Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony TX9

Following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony TX9, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was released 20 months after the TX9 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-820 iHS matches up vs the TX9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has got physical measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony TX9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-820 iHS versus the TX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and TX9 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and TX9.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer TG-820 iHS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.