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Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
37
Overall
37
Olympus TG-610 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
25
Overall
32

Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 Key Specs

Olympus TG-610
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 190g - 96 x 65 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2011
Sony W620
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2012
Photography Glossary

Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-610 was revealed 12 months prior to the W620 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TG-610 grades against the W620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Sony W620

 TG-610 W620 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Olympus TG-610

 W620 TG-610 
RevealedJanuary 2012January 2011Fresher by 12 months

Common features in the Olympus TG-610 and Sony W620

 TG-610 W620 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-610 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-610 compared to the W620.

Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-610 and W620 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-610 and W620.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older TG-610 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus TG-610
Portrait photography with Sony W620
33
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
34
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Olympus TG-610
Street photography with Sony W620
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-610 Sports photography highlights
Sony W620 Sports photography highlights
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
weather proof
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (210 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect AF
33
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-610 Travel photography details
Sony W620 Travel photography details
64
weather proof
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
no Timelapse recording
terrible battery (210 CIPA)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
68
lighter than competition in class (116g)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-610 Landscape photography advice
Sony W620 Landscape photography advice
43
pretty wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
weather proof
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
terrible battery (210 per charge)
no Timelapse recording
33
pretty wide (28mm)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-610 Vlogging factors
Sony W620 Vlogging factors
30
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone support
30
pretty wide (28mm)
supports face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (116g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic jack
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Olympus TG-610 vs Sony W620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-610 and Sony W620
 Olympus TG-610Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Sony
Model type Olympus TG-610 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-06 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip TruePic III+ BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 920k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 2s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 3.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 190 grams (0.42 pounds) 116 grams (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 210 shots 220 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LI-50B NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $223 $102