Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320
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Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched May 2019
- Old Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Later Model is Olympus VR-330

Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TG-6 was introduced 7 years after the VR-320 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TG-6 scores vs the VR-320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Olympus VR-320. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Olympus VR-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Olympus VR-320
TG-6 | VR-320 | |||
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Revealed | May 2019 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 96 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Olympus TG-6
VR-320 | TG-6 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-6 and Olympus VR-320
TG-6 | VR-320 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-6 has got external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Olympus VR-320 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-6 versus the VR-320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and VR-320 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and VR-320.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus VR-320 to produce greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher TG-6 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus VR-320 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-6 | Olympus VR-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-6 | Olympus VR-320 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2019-05-22 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VIII | TruePic III |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 253g (0.56 lb) | 158g (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $449 | $179 |