Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic GF6

Here, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic GF6, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is relatively similar but the TG-320 (1/2.3") and GF6 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizes.

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The TG-320 was introduced 15 months earlier than the GF6 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-320 matches up against the GF6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-320 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-320 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-320 comes with external measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic GF6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-320 compared to the GF6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-320 and GF6 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-320 and GF6.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TG-320 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic GF6 will offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged TG-320 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.