Olympus TG-860 vs Sony WX150
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Olympus TG-860 vs Sony WX150 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
- Launched February 2015
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-870
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2012
Olympus TG-860 vs Sony WX150 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Olympus TG-860 versus Sony WX150, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TG-860 was unveiled 2 years after the WX150 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-860 grades against the WX150 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-860 vs Sony WX150 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-860 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-860 over the Sony WX150
TG-860 | WX150 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | February 2012 | Newer by 36 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Olympus TG-860
WX150 | TG-860 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-860 and Sony WX150
TG-860 | WX150 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-860 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-860 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-860 versus Sony WX150 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TG-860 compared to the WX150.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-860 and WX150 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-860 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-860 and WX150.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX150 to render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer TG-860 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-860 vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-02-06 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 224 grams (0.49 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 240 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $279 | $300 |