Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony S980

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony S980, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was introduced 3 years after the S980 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS matches up vs the S980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has outer 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 S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony S980 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TG-1 iHS versus the S980.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and S980.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos but you should really take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-1 iHS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.