Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-4
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Released April 2015
- Old Model is Olympus TG-3
- Renewed by Olympus TG-5

Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-4 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SZ-10 versus Olympus TG-4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SZ-10 was unveiled 5 years before the TG-4 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ-10 matches up vs the TG-4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-4 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus Tough TG-4. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Olympus TG-4
SZ-10 | TG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Olympus SZ-10
TG-4 | SZ-10 | |||
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Released | April 2015 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 50 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus TG-4
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-10 offers physical measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst 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).
Look at the Olympus SZ-10 versus Olympus TG-4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-10 vs the TG-4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and TG-4 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-10 and TG-4.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-4 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SZ-10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
Olympus SZ-10 | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SZ-10 | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-02-08 | 2015-04-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.10 m | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 215 grams (0.47 lb) | 247 grams (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 pictures | 380 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $379 |