• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.0 megapixels
  • 26.00mm - 105.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Olympus FE-4020 advantages over Olympus TG-6

  • Thinner
    22 mm vs 32 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    128g vs 253g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    14.0 vs 12.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Olympus TG-6 advantages over Olympus FE-4020

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.0 vs f/2.6
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 340 vs 180 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Newer
    5 years vs 15 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    1040k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Pentax P70

Olympus FE-4020
Pentax P70
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Manual focus
Olympus TG-6
Pentax P70
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Focus peaking
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight

Compared to Fujifilm JX300

Olympus FE-4020
Fujifilm JX300
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Olympus TG-6
Fujifilm JX300
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Focus peaking
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Thinner

Compared to Fujifilm JX350

Olympus FE-4020
Fujifilm JX350
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $160
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer exposure
Olympus TG-6
Fujifilm JX350
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Focus peaking
  • $160
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Thinner

Compared to Olympus TG-4

Olympus FE-4020
Olympus TG-4
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight
  • $452
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Olympus TG-6
Olympus TG-4
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $452
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compared to Olympus TG-5

Olympus FE-4020
Olympus TG-5
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Waterproof
Olympus TG-6
Olympus TG-5
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Fast startup
  • More dots on screen
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
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