Olympus TG-4 vs Sony H300

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-4 vs Sony H300, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was introduced 15 months later than the H300 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TG-4 matches up versus the H300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-4 has exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-4 vs Sony H300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-4 compared to the H300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and H300 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and H300.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony H300 to result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The younger TG-4 provides a benefit in sensor technology.