Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic G2

Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic G2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is pretty close but the TG-6 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-6 was introduced 8 years later than the G2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-6 grades vs the G2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 enjoys 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 G2 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic G2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-6 and the G2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and G2 is 90 and 72 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-6 and G2.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The TG-6 features the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh harder. The fresher TG-6 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.