Olympus TG-6 vs Sony TX30

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-6 versus Sony TX30, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-6 (12MP) and TX30 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was announced 5 years later than the TX30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TG-6 matches up versus the TX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-6 has external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-6 versus Sony TX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-6 compared to the TX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and TX30 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and TX30.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony TX30 to deliver extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TG-6 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.