Olympus TG-320 vs Sony QX1

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-320 and Sony QX1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the TG-320 (14MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the TG-320 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The TG-320 was launched 3 years earlier than the QX1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-320 matches up against the QX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-320 & Sony Alpha QX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-320 Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-320 features external dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony QX1 has specifications of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the TG-320 against the QX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-320 and QX1 is 94 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-320 and QX1.

As you can see, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-320 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony QX1 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged TG-320 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.