Olympus TG-870 vs Sony HX400V

The following is a extended overview of the Olympus TG-870 versus Sony HX400V, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was released 24 months after the HX400V which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TG-870 matches up versus the HX400V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-870 features physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-870 versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-870 and the HX400V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-870 and HX400V is 91 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-870 and HX400V.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX400V to offer more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer TG-870 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.