Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung WB700

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus TG-6 and Samsung WB700, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was launched 8 years later than the WB700 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-6 matches up versus the WB700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 provides physical dimensions 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 Samsung WB700 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-6 vs the WB700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and WB700 is 90 and 98 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-6 and WB700.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB700 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent TG-6 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.