Olympus TG-6 vs Sony TX55

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus TG-6 versus Sony TX55, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the TG-6 (12MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TG-6 was unveiled 7 years later than the TX55 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-6 matches up against the TX55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 comes with 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 TX55 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-6 versus Sony TX55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-6 against the TX55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and TX55 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-6 and TX55.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony TX55 to resolve extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern TG-6 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.