Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic GX1

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic GX1, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the TG-6 (12MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the TG-6 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.

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The TG-6 was released 7 years later than the GX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TG-6 grades against the GX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-6 offers outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic GX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-6 against the GX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and GX1 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and GX1.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-6 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic GX1 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer TG-6 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.