Olympus TG-4 vs Sony H70

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus TG-4 versus Sony H70, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was released 4 years later than the H70 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TG-4 grades against the H70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 has got exterior measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony H70 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-4 versus Sony H70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the TG-4 against the H70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and H70 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and H70.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger TG-4 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.