Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony T99

Its time to look a little more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Sony T99, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 23 months later than the T99 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the TG-1 iHS matches up versus the T99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS offers outside measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony T99 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Sony T99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the T99.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and T99 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and T99.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony T99 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher TG-1 iHS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.