Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus TG-4
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Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus TG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Revealed July 2014
(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
- Revealed April 2015
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-3
- Refreshed by Olympus TG-5
Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus TG-4 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus TG-4, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe SX400 IS was announced 8 months before the TG-4 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX400 IS matches up against the TG-4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus TG-4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Olympus Tough TG-4. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Olympus TG-4
SX400 IS | TG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Canon SX400 IS
TG-4 | SX400 IS | |||
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Revealed | April 2015 | July 2014 | Newer by 8 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Olympus TG-4
SX400 IS | TG-4 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS has external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Olympus TG-4 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus TG-4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX400 IS and the TG-4.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and TG-4 is 81 and 90 respectively.
Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and TG-4.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SX400 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX400 IS vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2014-07-29 | 2015-04-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4+ | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313 gr (0.69 lbs) | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 pictures | 380 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $229 | $379 |