OM System
Tough TG-6
Olympus-era rugged waterproof compact with 12MP BSI sensor, f/2.0 4x zoom, 4K30 video, 1cm macro, 15m waterproof, and TruePic VIII — predecessor to TG-7.
$449
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Tough TG-7 is 4.2 years newer.
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Wins
Tough TG-6
Wins
Tough TG-7
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ATough TG-6 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 25)
- ATough TG-6 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 1,600)
- ATough TG-6 has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 14 frames)
- BTough TG-7 has lower Weight (249 g vs 580 g)
- ATough TG-6 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 29.97 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareTough TG-6
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
Tough TG-6 is 20mm wider, 25mm taller, and 39mm thicker than Tough TG-7.
Tough TG-6 is 331 g heavier than Tough TG-7.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm Tough TG-6 · 33mm Tough TG-7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Tough TG-6
134 × 91 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Tough TG-6
134 × 72 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Tough TG-6
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
1053 vs 25 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 1,600 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 14 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7
Codecs
Adds MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
249 g vs 580 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Tough TG-7 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only Tough TG-7 supports it
Weather sealing
Only Tough TG-7 supports it
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 12 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Tough TG-6
Pros
- ✓15m waterproof + 2.1m shockproof
- ✓f/2.0 25-100mm equivalent zoom
- ✓1cm Variable Macro System
- ✓4K30 + 1080p120 slow-mo
- ✓Built-in GPS + fisheye converter support
Cons
- –1/2.3-inch small sensor
- –Superseded by TG-7 (no USB-C)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –Micro USB 2.0 only
Tough TG-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
Decided which one is right for you?
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OM System Tough TG-6
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Tough TG-6 or Tough TG-7?
Tough TG-7 scores 7.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for Tough TG-6 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Tough TG-6 and Tough TG-7?
Both cameras share the same 12 MP resolution.
Do the Tough TG-6 and Tough TG-7 have in-body image stabilization?
Tough TG-6 does not have IBIS, while Tough TG-7 has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Tough TG-6 or the Tough TG-7?
Tough TG-6 reaches 11 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Tough TG-6 and Tough TG-7?
Tough TG-6 weighs 580 g and Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g, so the Tough TG-7 is 331 g lighter.
Do the Tough TG-6 and Tough TG-7 record 4K video?
Tough TG-6: 4K up to 60p. Tough TG-7: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the Tough TG-6 and Tough TG-7 weather sealed?
Tough TG-6: No. Tough TG-7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Tough TG-6 and 340 shots for the Tough TG-7, giving the Tough TG-6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Tough TG-6 launched at $449 and Tough TG-7 at $549. The Tough TG-6 is $100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of OM System press materials.