Nikon D780 vs Olympus TG-4

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon D780 and Olympus TG-4, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the D780 (25MP) and TG-4 (16MP) and the D780 (Full frame) and TG-4 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The D780 was launched 4 years later than the TG-4 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D780 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the D780 grades versus the TG-4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D780 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D780 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon D780 has outer dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) while the Olympus TG-4 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D780 and Olympus TG-4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the D780 and the TG-4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D780 and TG-4 is 57 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D780 and TG-4.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D780 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D780 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher D780 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.