Olympus TG-870 vs Sony TX66

Let's look closer at the Olympus TG-870 and Sony TX66, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was unveiled 3 years later than the TX66 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TG-870 grades against the TX66 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-870 comes with outer measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-870 and Sony TX66 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-870 against the TX66.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-870 and TX66 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-870 and TX66.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony TX66 to produce greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer TG-870 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.