Olympus TG-6 vs Sony QX10
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Olympus TG-6 vs Sony QX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched May 2019
- Superseded the Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Released September 2013
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony QX10 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Olympus TG-6 versus Sony QX10, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Lens-style by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-6 (12MP) and QX10 (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TG-6 was released 5 years after the QX10 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TG-6 grades against the QX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony QX10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Sony QX10
TG-6 | QX10 | |||
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Released | May 2019 | September 2013 | Newer by 70 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | " | Bigger screen (+3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 0k | Clearer screen (+1040k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Olympus TG-6
QX10 | TG-6 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-6 and Sony QX10
TG-6 | QX10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-6 features physical measurements 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 Sony QX10 has sizing of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check out the Olympus TG-6 versus Sony QX10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-6 vs the QX10.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the TG-6 and QX10 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-6 and QX10.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony QX10 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher TG-6 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony QX10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-6 vs Sony QX10 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
Category | Waterproof | Lens-style |
Launched | 2019-05-22 | 2013-09-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | - |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off | None |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1440x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 253 gr (0.56 lb) | 105 gr (0.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $449 | $250 |