Olympus 7010 vs Olympus TG-4

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus 7010 and Olympus TG-4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 7010 (12MP) and TG-4 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was released 6 years earlier than the TG-4 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the 7010 matches up vs the TG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7010 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7010 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus TG-4 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the 7010 versus the TG-4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7010 and TG-4 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 7010 and TG-4.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus TG-4 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older 7010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.