Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Sony WX70

Lets look a bit more closely at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Sony WX70, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was brought out 12 months later than the WX70 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TG-630 iHS matches up against the WX70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony WX70 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Sony WX70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the WX70.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and WX70 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and WX70.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony WX70 to offer you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TG-630 iHS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.