Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Olympus TG-870

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Olympus TG-870, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and TG-870 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 350 HS was revealed 11 months earlier than the TG-870 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ELPH 350 HS grades versus the TG-870 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-870 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 350 HS features outer dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus TG-870 has dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Olympus TG-870 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 350 HS versus the TG-870.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 350 HS and TG-870 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 350 HS and TG-870.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon ELPH 350 HS to give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 350 HS is going to be behind in sensor tech.