Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus XZ-1

Below, we are comparing the Olympus TG-6 vs Olympus XZ-1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is fairly close but the TG-6 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-6 was brought out 8 years after the XZ-1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the TG-6 grades versus the XZ-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Olympus XZ-1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-6 features exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-1 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-6 versus the XZ-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and XZ-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-6 and XZ-1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-6 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Olympus TG-6 will render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger TG-6 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.