Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic FS15

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic FS15, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was launched 10 years after the FS15 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the TG-6 matches up against the FS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 comes with external 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 FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic FS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the TG-6 compared to the FS15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and FS15 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-6 and FS15.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent TG-6 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.