Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony NEX-5R

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Sony NEX-5R, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) and the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-630 iHS was unveiled 5 months after the NEX-5R and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TG-630 iHS matches up vs the NEX-5R with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5R has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Sony NEX-5R in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TG-630 iHS compared to the NEX-5R.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and NEX-5R is 94 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and NEX-5R.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TG-630 iHS using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-5R will offer extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.