Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony WX10
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony WX10 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2011
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony WX10 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony WX10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and WX10 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TG-820 iHS was launched 14 months after the WX10 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TG-820 iHS grades against the WX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Sony WX10
TG-820 iHS | WX10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | January 2011 | Newer by 14 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1030k | 460k | Crisper screen (+570k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
WX10 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Sony WX10
TG-820 iHS | WX10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS enjoys exterior measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony WX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-820 iHS and the WX10.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and WX10 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and WX10.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony WX10 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger TG-820 iHS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Olympus TG-820 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus TG-820 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-08 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,030 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lbs) | 161g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $500 | $200 |