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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
40
Overall
37
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 Key Specs

Olympus TG-1 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
  • Introduced May 2012
Sony W620
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2012
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 Overview

Here is a in depth review of the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was brought out 4 months later than the W620 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TG-1 iHS matches up against the W620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Sony W620

 TG-1 iHS W620 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution610k230kClearer display (+380k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS

 W620 TG-1 iHS 

Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Sony W620

 TG-1 iHS W620 
IntroducedMay 2012January 2012Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS features physical measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-1 iHS compared to the W620.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and W620 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and W620.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W620 to result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus TG-1 iHS
Portrait photography with Sony W620
27
features face detect focus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
33
good resolution (14 megapixels)
features face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS Street photography info
Sony W620 Street photography info
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
lighter than competitors in class (116g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Sports photography camera
Sony W620 as a Sports photography camera
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking focus
weather sealing
good battery power (350 per charge)
slow fps (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
32
good resolution (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Travel photography camera
Sony W620 as a Travel photography camera
68
good battery power (350 CIPA)
weather sealing
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
lack of Timelapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
68
lighter than competitors in class (116g)
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus TG-1 iHS
Landscape photography with Sony W620
46
really wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
good battery power (350 per charge)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
33
decently wide (28mm)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS Vlogging advice
Sony W620 Vlogging advice
36
really wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
lack of microphone support
30
decently wide (28mm)
features face detection focus
lighter than competitors in class (116g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone port
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony W620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-1 iHS and Sony W620
 Olympus Tough TG-1 iHSSony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Sony
Model type Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2012-05-08 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip TruePic VI BIONZ
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3968 x 2976 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 610k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 230 grams (0.51 pounds) 116 grams (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 images 220 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LI90B NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 and 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Retail price $399 $102