Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic ZS10

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic ZS10, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was announced 8 years later than the ZS10 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-6 grades vs the ZS10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-6 offers external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic ZS10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-6 vs the ZS10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and ZS10 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-6 and ZS10.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS10 to resolve greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger TG-6 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.