Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Sony WX1

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Sony WX1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the TG-850 iHS (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-850 iHS was launched 4 years after the WX1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the TG-850 iHS scores against the WX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-850 iHS has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Sony WX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TG-850 iHS against the WX1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-850 iHS and WX1 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-850 iHS and WX1.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-850 iHS featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Olympus TG-850 iHS will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent TG-850 iHS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.