Olympus TG-4 vs Sony A580

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-4 and Sony A580, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the TG-4 (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The TG-4 was announced 3 years after the A580 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TG-4 grades versus the A580 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 enjoys physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony A580 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-4 versus the A580.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and A580 is 90 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and A580.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The TG-4 has got the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh tougher. The newer TG-4 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.