Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W560

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Sony W560, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 17 months after the W560 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS grades versus the W560 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys external dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Sony W560 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-1 iHS against the W560.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and W560 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and W560.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W560 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-1 iHS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.