Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic FS25

Lets look a little more closely at the Olympus TG-6 and Panasonic FS25, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was announced 10 years after the FS25 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TG-6 grades vs the FS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 comes with outside dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-6 and Panasonic FS25 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-6 compared to the FS25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-6 and FS25 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-6 and FS25.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-6 provides an edge in sensor tech.