Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Sony HX400V

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Sony HX400V, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TG-850 iHS was unveiled at a similar time to the HX400V so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TG-850 iHS matches up against the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-850 iHS provides external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Sony HX400V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-850 iHS compared to the HX400V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-850 iHS and HX400V is 91 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-850 iHS and HX400V.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX400V to give extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively.