Olympus TG-610 vs Sony HX90V

The following is a thorough analysis of the Olympus TG-610 vs Sony HX90V, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the TG-610 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-610 was introduced 5 years earlier than the HX90V which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-610 matches up versus the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-610 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-610 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. 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) and the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-610 compared to the HX90V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-610 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-610 and HX90V.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX90V to give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-610 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.