Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Sony TX10

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Sony TX10, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was launched 2 years later than the TX10 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TG-850 iHS grades versus the TX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Sony TX10 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-850 iHS comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony TX10 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Sony TX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-850 iHS vs the TX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-850 iHS and TX10 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-850 iHS and TX10.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-850 iHS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.