Leica C vs Olympus TG-4

Here, we will be looking at the Leica C vs Olympus TG-4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Leica and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the C (12MP) and TG-4 (16MP) and the C (1/1.7") and TG-4 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The C was introduced 19 months earlier than the TG-4 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the C grades versus the TG-4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C & Olympus Tough TG-4. The whole galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica C comes with physical measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus TG-4 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the C compared to the TG-4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the C and TG-4 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the C and TG-4.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The C using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus TG-4 will deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older C is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.