Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4
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Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 217g - 100 x 59 x 29mm
- Released November 2013
- Previous Model is Canon S110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Announced April 2015
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-3
- New Model is Olympus TG-5
Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the S120 (12MP) and TG-4 (16MP) and the S120 (1/1.7") and TG-4 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S120 was manufactured 16 months earlier than the TG-4 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S120 scores versus the TG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 and Olympus Tough TG-4. The entire galleries are available at Canon S120 Gallery and Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S120 over the Olympus TG-4
S120 | TG-4 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Canon S120
TG-4 | S120 | |||
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Announced | April 2015 | November 2013 | Newer by 16 months |
Common features in the Canon S120 and Olympus TG-4
S120 | TG-4 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon S120 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-4 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S120 vs the TG-4.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S120 and TG-4 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S120 and TG-4.
As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S120 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Olympus TG-4 will give more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged S120 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon S120 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S120 | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot S120 | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-11-26 | 2015-04-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 217g (0.48 lb) | 247g (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 246 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 380 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $449 | $379 |