Olympus TG-6 vs Sony HX50V

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-6 versus Sony HX50V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the TG-6 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was introduced 6 years later than the HX50V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TG-6 matches up versus the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 provides exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-6 versus the HX50V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and HX50V is 90 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and HX50V.

As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX50V to give greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger TG-6 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.