Olympus TG-860 vs Sony HX20V

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-860 and Sony HX20V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was launched 2 years later than the HX20V and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-860 grades against the HX20V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-860 provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-860 and Sony HX20V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-860 and the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-860 and HX20V is 91 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-860 and HX20V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX20V to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer TG-860 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.