Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic S1R

Here is a in depth review of the Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic S1R, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the TG-6 (12MP) and S1R (47MP) and the TG-6 (1/2.3") and S1R (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-6 was announced 4 months later than the S1R and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TG-6 grades versus the S1R for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Panasonic S1R Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-6 has got physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1R has dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-6 compared to the S1R.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-6 and S1R is 90 and 54 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-6 and S1R.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-6 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic S1R will give greater detail with its extra 35MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively.