Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony W220
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony W220 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony W220, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-630 iHS was brought out 4 years after the W220 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TG-630 iHS scores vs the W220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony W220 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Sony W220
TG-630 iHS | W220 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 49 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
W220 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Sony W220
TG-630 iHS | W220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-630 iHS comes with physical 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 W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony W220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-630 iHS versus the W220.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and W220.
All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of images however you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-630 iHS provides a benefit in sensor tech.

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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony W220 Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-08 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 lbs) | 147g (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $200 | $160 |