Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Sony ZV-1

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Sony ZV-1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the TG-850 iHS (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-850 iHS was brought out 7 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-850 iHS matches up versus the ZV-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Sony ZV-1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-850 iHS comes with 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 ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-850 iHS versus the ZV-1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-850 iHS and ZV-1 is 91 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-850 iHS and ZV-1.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TG-850 iHS because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony ZV-1 will resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged TG-850 iHS is going to be behind in sensor technology.