The OM TG6 VS TG7: Is There Really a Difference?

In this video we put Olympus's new TG7, the latest in the TG series, up against it's predecessor the TG6--OM TG6 vs TG7--to see if they hyper around the 7 was worth the wait.

00:19 TG6 Autofocus
00:33 TG6 Super Macro
00:41 TG6 Image Stabilization
00:45 TG6 Fine Details
00:56 TG6 Still Images
01:05 TG7
01:42 TG7 Still Images
01:55 TG6 vs TG7 normal shooting modes
02:49 The Verdict

My verdict, and the one reached by most underwater photographers who have seen what the TG7 can do, is to stick with the TG6.

When it comes to the OM TG6 VS TG7, Olympus, unfortunately, has gotten lazy. You get some minor cosmetic differences, and the TG7 can charge with USB-C, but other than that, everything else is the same.

The most important features for underwater photography and videography--the lens, the sensor, the resolution, the presets, the exposure limitations, the depth rating...it's all the same. The TG7 costs around $100 more than the TG6, and you really get nothing extra. Not a good deal, IMO.

If you'd like to check out a comprehensive written review of the TG6, along with some other point-and-shoot underwater cameras, here's a link:

If you would like to check the prices of each camera:

#underwaterphotography #scubadiving #snorkeling #olympus #tg6 #tg7

[apachelarry]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. It helped me decide whether to upgrade my TG6 or not.

[ScrappyPoontachat]

I bought the TG 7, as I wanted a tough little camera as a daily carry. I am very pleased with the images I am getting, especially with the scene modes. I am not an underwater guy, but wanted a waterproof camera.

[brdgill]

This hits hard for a camera comparison video

[notmelah]

Thanks to you, it took me less than 3 mins to decide to skip this upgrade from tg6

[Mixedpuppy]

Good review. I found this helpful. Thank you!

[vernestpbaldwin]

I currently shoot with a TG6 in a Seafrog housing. I was thinking of upgrading to the TG7 but it hardly seems worth it. What are the major differences between the two? Is it seriously just a USB-C port and a slightly different lens ring?

[luis]

Hi I currently dont have a camera and want to get one thats especially good for travelling and action shots, if its not about upgrading but getting a starter camera would you recommend the 6 or the 7? and can you recogment any of the extensions you can buy at the olympus shop?

[alolkoydesigns]

I went with the TG-7 only because this is my first TG camera and I didn't see a reason to save a few buck on a TG-6. The USB-C is not nothing. I've lost a few electronic devices in my time from stressed micro usb ports

[nancyturek]

The lens on my TG 6 would fog over when I took the camera from a hot sunny beach into cold water for snorkeling pics. I’m told this issue is resolved with the TG 7. Does anyone know this to be true and has anyone else experienced lens fogging issues.

[pranayumesh]

Ive already bought a tg 7, so technically its the same as the tg 6 with the rebranding, looks etc right?

[rayspencer]

The TG-7 was a big disappointment. I wanted a full range of f-stops, a bigger / better sensor, better lens. All we got was a slightly different body design and a higher price.

[Buffalo-march]

If you have not own a TG or have version TG5 and below, go buy a TG7.
If you already own a TG6, you can wait abit longer to buy a TG8 or TG9.

There is a big difference in the way TG7 interprets the light. This is most obvious in night shots & fast activities like biking.
In bright sunny day, TG6 is as good as the TG7.