Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony W320

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Sony W320, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the W320 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was released 2 years after the W320 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the TG-820 iHS grades against the W320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-820 iHS provides exterior dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Sony W320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the W320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and W320 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-820 iHS and W320.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony W320 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern TG-820 iHS provides an advantage in sensor tech.