Olympus TG-320 vs Sony W560
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Olympus TG-320 vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
Olympus TG-320 vs Sony W560 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Olympus TG-320 vs Sony W560, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TG-320 was released 13 months after the W560 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-320 grades versus the W560 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-320 vs Sony W560 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-320 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-320 Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Sony W560
TG-320 | W560 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | January 2011 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Olympus TG-320
W560 | TG-320 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus TG-320 and Sony W560
TG-320 | W560 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus TG-320 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-320 has outside dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-320 vs Sony W560 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-320 vs the W560.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-320 and W560 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-320 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-320 and W560.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of photos though you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-320 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-320 vs Sony W560 Specifications
Olympus TG-320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus TG-320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 pounds) | 110g (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | 150 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-42B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $139 |