Olympus TG-860 vs Sony RX100 VII

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-860 and Sony RX100 VII, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is very close but the TG-860 (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-860 was released 5 years earlier than the RX100 VII and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TG-860 grades vs the RX100 VII in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-860 has physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VII has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-860 and Sony RX100 VII in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-860 vs the RX100 VII.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-860 and RX100 VII is 91 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-860 and RX100 VII.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-860 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony RX100 VII will result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-860 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.