Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1
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Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 221g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Announced January 2016
- Old Model is Olympus TG-860
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Introduced September 2014
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1 Overview
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.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-870 over the Sony QX1
TG-870 | QX1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | September 2014 | More recent by 17 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 0k | Crisper display (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Olympus TG-870
QX1 | TG-870 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-870 and Sony QX1
TG-870 | QX1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
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).
Examine the Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
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.
Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-870 vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Lens-style |
Announced | 2016-01-06 | 2014-09-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | - |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 gr (0.49 lb) | 216 gr (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 440 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $280 | $500 |