Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX100V
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Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Announced April 2015
- Older Model is Olympus TG-3
- New Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Introduced October 2011
- Refreshed by Sony HX200V
Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX100V Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Olympus TG-4 versus Sony HX100V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TG-4 was released 3 years later than the HX100V and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TG-4 matches up against the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Sony HX100V
TG-4 | HX100V | |||
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Introduced | April 2015 | October 2011 | Fresher by 43 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Olympus TG-4
HX100V | TG-4 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-4 and Sony HX100V
TG-4 | HX100V | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-4 has got external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Check out the Olympus TG-4 versus Sony HX100V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-4 against the HX100V.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and HX100V is 90 and 66 respectively.
Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-4 and HX100V.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer TG-4 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX100V Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-04-13 | 2011-10-21 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VII | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) | 12.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) | 577 gr (1.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
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 | 380 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $379 | $429 |