Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony TX5

Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Sony TX5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is very close but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") boast different sensor measurements.

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The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 2 years later than the TX5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the TG-1 iHS grades against the TX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has got outside dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony TX5 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-1 iHS against the TX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and TX5 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and TX5.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus TG-1 iHS will result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher TG-1 iHS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.