Olympus TG-3 vs Sony RX100 VI

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus TG-3 and Sony RX100 VI, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is relatively comparable but the TG-3 (1/2.3") and RX100 VI (1") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-3 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the RX100 VI which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-3 grades vs the RX100 VI with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-3 enjoys outer measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VI has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-3 and Sony RX100 VI in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-3 versus the RX100 VI.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-3 and RX100 VI is 90 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and RX100 VI.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TG-3 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX100 VI will provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged TG-3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.