Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Sony WX5

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony WX5, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was unveiled 20 months after the WX5 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-820 iHS scores against the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS comes with exterior dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Sony WX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-820 iHS compared to the WX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and WX5 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-820 iHS and WX5.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of photos although you really should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-820 iHS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.