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
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's AI processing unit.
$4,499
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 6.8 years newer.
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Wins
Tough TG-6
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Resolution (66.8 MP vs 12 MP)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 60 frames)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
Tough TG-6 is 6mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 1mm wider.
Tough TG-6 is 133 g lighter than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm Tough TG-6 · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Tough TG-6
134 × 91 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Tough TG-6
134 × 72 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Tough TG-6
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Tough TG-6: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7R VI
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only Tough TG-6 supports it
AF points / zones
1053 vs 759 — higher is better
Weight
580 g vs 713 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
Resolution
66.8 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 7R VI supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
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
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Tough TG-6 or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Tough TG-6 — 66.8MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Tough TG-6 and Alpha 7R VI?
Tough TG-6 is 12 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Tough TG-6 and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
Tough TG-6 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Tough TG-6 or the Alpha 7R VI?
Tough TG-6 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Tough TG-6 and Alpha 7R VI?
Tough TG-6 weighs 580 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Tough TG-6 is 133 g lighter.
Do the Tough TG-6 and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
Tough TG-6: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Tough TG-6 and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
Tough TG-6: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Tough TG-6 and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Tough TG-6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Tough TG-6 launched at $449 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Tough TG-6 is $4,050 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 and Sony press materials.