Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX1R

The following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX1R, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.

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The TG-1 iHS was manufactured 13 months prior to the RX1R which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TG-1 iHS scores vs the RX1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has outside measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony RX1R has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the RX1R.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and RX1R is 91 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and RX1R.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TG-1 iHS because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX1R will render more detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS will be behind in sensor technology.