Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony A700

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony A700, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the A700 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-630 iHS was revealed 5 years later than the A700 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TG-630 iHS grades against the A700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-630 iHS has external measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony A700 has proportions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony A700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the A700.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and A700 is 94 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and A700.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The TG-630 iHS offers the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh harder. The fresher TG-630 iHS will have a benefit in sensor tech.