Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony A7 II

The following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony A7 II, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and A7 II (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The TG-820 iHS was unveiled 3 years earlier than the A7 II which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TG-820 iHS grades versus the A7 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Sony Alpha A7 II. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Sony A7 II Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS offers external dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony A7 II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony A7 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-820 iHS versus the A7 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and A7 II is 92 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-820 iHS and A7 II.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-820 iHS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7 II will resolve extra detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged TG-820 iHS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.