OM System TG-7vs RX100 VI
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
Who should buy what
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- Divers and snorkellers who need a waterproof camera without a housing
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who want a rugged pocket compact
- Parents who want an indestructible camera for children and family adventures
- Travellers who want a tough backup camera that can go anywhere
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
Quick take: The rx100 vi has the highest resolution at 20mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable; only the om system tg-7 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM System TG-7 (2023) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £449 | £700 |
| Sensor | 12MP BSI CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 12.0MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | Digital IS | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 24fps |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 253g | 301g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | None | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM System TG-7 | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Adventure & Outdoor | — | |
| Underwater | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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