Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-4

Here is a detailed review of the Olympus 8010 and Olympus TG-4, both Waterproof cameras and both are designed by Olympus. The resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was launched 6 years prior to the TG-4 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 8010 grades versus the TG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8010 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 8010 and the TG-4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and TG-4 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 8010 and TG-4.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus TG-4 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older 8010 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.