Olympus E-500 vs Olympus TG-4

Below, we are reviewing the Olympus E-500 vs Olympus TG-4, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-500 (8MP) and TG-4 (16MP) and the E-500 (Four Thirds) and TG-4 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-500 was brought out 10 years before the TG-4 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-500 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the E-500 scores vs the TG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-500 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-500 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-500 features exterior measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 479 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Olympus TG-4 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-500 vs Olympus TG-4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the E-500 and the TG-4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-500 and TG-4 is 70 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The pic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-500 and TG-4.

All in all, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-500 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Olympus TG-4 will give more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged E-500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.