Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax W90

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax W90, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was released 9 years later than the W90 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TG-6 matches up against the W90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need 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") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TG-6 against the W90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-6 and W90 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-6 and W90.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you might want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern TG-6 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.