Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX200V

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus TG-4 versus Sony HX200V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was manufactured 2 years after the HX200V which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-4 scores versus the HX200V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 has outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-4 versus Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-4 vs the HX200V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and HX200V is 90 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and HX200V.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX200V to deliver more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-4 will have an edge in sensor technology.