Olympus TG-860 vs Sony WX30

Below, we are matching up the Olympus TG-860 and Sony WX30, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was manufactured 3 years later than the WX30 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TG-860 scores versus the WX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-860 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-860 enjoys outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-860 compared to the WX30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-860 and WX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-860 and WX30.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of files however you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The younger TG-860 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.