Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1
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Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Introduced April 2015
- Older Model is Olympus TG-3
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 275g - 111 x 65 x 42mm
- Introduced January 2011
Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Olympus. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-4 (16MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the TG-4 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") possess totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TG-4 was launched 4 years after the XZ-1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the TG-4 scores against the XZ-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Olympus XZ-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Olympus XZ-1
TG-4 | XZ-1 | |||
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Introduced | April 2015 | January 2011 | Newer by 52 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-1 over the Olympus TG-4
XZ-1 | TG-4 | |||
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Screen resolution | 614k | 460k | Sharper screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-4 and Olympus XZ-1
TG-4 | XZ-1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 features outside dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-1 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-4 and the XZ-1.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and XZ-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.
Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-4 and XZ-1.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-4 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Olympus TG-4 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer TG-4 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-4 | Olympus XZ-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-4 | Olympus XZ-1 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-04-13 | 2011-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | TruePic V |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3664 x 2752 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) | 8.60 m (ISO 800) |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 lb) | 275 gr (0.61 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 111 x 65 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 34 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 18.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 117 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photographs | 320 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $379 | $567 |