Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W330

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Sony W330, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was announced 2 years later than the W330 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-1 iHS matches up against the W330 with respect to 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-W330. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS offers external dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Sony W330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the W330.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and W330 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and W330.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony W330 to give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer TG-1 iHS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.