Olympus TG-320 vs Sony A350

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus TG-320 versus Sony A350, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the A350 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-320 (1/2.3") and A350 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The TG-320 was revealed 3 years later than the A350 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TG-320 matches up against the A350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-320 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Sony A350 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-320 has got external measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony A350 has measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-320 versus Sony A350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-320 compared to the A350.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-320 and A350 is 94 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-320 and A350.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The TG-320 features the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF harder. The fresher TG-320 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.