Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony WX220

Here, we are matching up the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony WX220, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was introduced 24 months earlier than the WX220 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TG-820 iHS matches up against the WX220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has outside measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony WX220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-820 iHS versus the WX220.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and WX220 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and WX220.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX220 to offer extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged TG-820 iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.