Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Lens-style by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is very similar but the TG-870 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The TG-870 was introduced 17 months later than the QX1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-870 grades vs the QX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Sony Alpha QX1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-870 features outside measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has sizing of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the TG-870 versus the QX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-870 and QX1 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-870 and QX1.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-870 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony QX1 will deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent TG-870 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.