Olympus TG-6 vs Sony W510
90 Imaging
39 Features
54 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Olympus TG-6 vs Sony W510 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
- Released May 2019
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011

Olympus TG-6 vs Sony W510 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-6 and Sony W510, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-6 was revealed 8 years after the W510 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TG-6 scores versus the W510 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-6 vs Sony W510 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Sony W510
TG-6 | W510 | |||
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Revealed | May 2019 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 102 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Olympus TG-6
W510 | TG-6 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-6 and Sony W510
TG-6 | W510 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-6 features 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 Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Olympus TG-6 and Sony W510 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-6 against the W510.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and W510 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Olympus TG-6 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-6 and W510.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images although you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern TG-6 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-6 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-6 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Released | 2019-05-22 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VIII | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 253 grams (0.56 pounds) | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $449 | $99 |