Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony HX90V

In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Sony HX90V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was released 3 years prior to the HX90V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TG-630 iHS scores versus the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-630 iHS features exterior measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Sony HX90V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TG-630 iHS compared to the HX90V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and HX90V is 94 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and HX90V.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX90V to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older TG-630 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.