Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Sony A9

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Sony A9, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and A9 (24MP) and the TG-850 iHS (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-850 iHS was unveiled 4 years prior to the A9 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-850 iHS scores vs the A9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS and Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-850 iHS comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony A9 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Sony A9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-850 iHS versus the A9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-850 iHS and A9 is 91 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-850 iHS and A9.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-850 iHS using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A9 will provide greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older TG-850 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.