Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350
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Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350 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
- Introduced May 2019
- Old Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Released February 2014
- Old Model is Sony WX300
- Successor is Sony WX500
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-6 (12MP) and WX350 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TG-6 was revealed 5 years after the WX350 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the TG-6 scores versus the WX350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Sony WX350
TG-6 | WX350 | |||
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Released | May 2019 | February 2014 | More modern by 65 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Olympus TG-6
WX350 | TG-6 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-6 and Sony WX350
TG-6 | WX350 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony WX350 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-6 against the WX350.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and WX350 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-6 and WX350.
As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony WX350 to produce greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-6 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-6 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2019-05-22 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 253 grams (0.56 lbs) | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | 470 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $449 | $270 |