Olympus TG-610 vs Sony A550

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-610 vs Sony A550, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the A550 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-610 (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-610 was manufactured 14 months after the A550 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-610 being a Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-610 matches up versus the A550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-610 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-610 Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-610 features physical measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony A550 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-610 and the A550.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-610 and A550 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-610 and A550.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The TG-610 has the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging. The fresher TG-610 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.