Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX300

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX300, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was introduced 2 years later than the HX300 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TG-4 grades vs the HX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 provides physical 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 HX300 has specifications of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-4 and the HX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and HX300 is 90 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and HX300.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX300 to give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher TG-4 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.