Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic G6

Let's look more closely at the Olympus TG-4 versus Panasonic G6, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the G6 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the TG-4 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-4 was announced 24 months later than the G6 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-4 grades against the G6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 features external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-4 versus Panasonic G6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-4 versus the G6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and G6 is 90 and 74 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and G6.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The TG-4 uses the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF more difficult. The more recent TG-4 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.