Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX1

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-1 iHS was introduced 9 months before the RX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TG-1 iHS matches up against the RX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS provides external dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1 has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-1 iHS versus the RX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and RX1 is 91 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and RX1.

All in all, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX1 will offer you extra detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older TG-1 iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.