Olympus TG-860 vs Sony H400
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Olympus TG-860 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 224g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Announced February 2015
- Renewed by Olympus TG-870
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
Olympus TG-860 vs Sony H400 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Olympus TG-860 versus Sony H400, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TG-860 was introduced 12 months after the H400 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-860 matches up versus the H400 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-860 vs Sony H400 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-860 over the Sony H400
TG-860 | H400 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | February 2014 | Newer by 12 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Olympus TG-860
H400 | TG-860 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-860 and Sony H400
TG-860 | H400 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-860 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-860 features external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-860 versus Sony H400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-860 and the H400.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-860 and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.
Olympus TG-860 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-860 and H400.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony H400 to provide greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher TG-860 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-860 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) | 8.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) | 1280 X 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 224g (0.49 pounds) | 628g (1.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 300 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $279 | $268 |