Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Sony W570

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Sony W570, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the W570 (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was released 3 years later than the W570 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TG-850 iHS matches up versus the W570 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-850 iHS offers external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony W570 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-850 iHS vs the W570.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-850 iHS and W570 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-850 iHS and W570.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images though you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher TG-850 iHS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.