Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic ZS50

The following is a thorough analysis of the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic ZS50, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was unveiled 4 years after the ZS50 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-6 grades against the ZS50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-6 features 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) while the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-6 versus Panasonic ZS50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-6 and the ZS50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and ZS50 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and ZS50.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of files although you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-6 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.