Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony HX5

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony HX5, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is relatively similar but the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") provide different sensor measurements.

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The TG-630 iHS was revealed 2 years later than the HX5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-630 iHS grades vs the HX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers outside 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 HX5 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony HX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-630 iHS against the HX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and HX5 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and HX5.

Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-630 iHS with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus TG-630 iHS will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern TG-630 iHS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.