Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony W370
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony W370 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
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony W370 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony W370, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TG-820 iHS was released 2 years later than the W370 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-820 iHS scores against the W370 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony W370 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Sony W370
TG-820 iHS | W370 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | January 2010 | More recent by 26 months | |
Screen resolution | 1030k | 230k | Clearer screen (+800k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
W370 | TG-820 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Sony W370
TG-820 iHS | W370 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS offers outside dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony W370 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-820 iHS and the W370.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-820 iHS and W370 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-820 iHS and W370.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W370 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent TG-820 iHS will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony W370 Specifications
Olympus TG-820 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus TG-820 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | - |
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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,030k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) | 179 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $500 | $230 |