Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX30V
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Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX30V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-3
- Refreshed by Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Earlier Model is Sony HX20V
- Later Model is Sony HX50V
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In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-4 versus Sony HX30V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TG-4 was manufactured 3 years later than the HX30V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TG-4 grades against the HX30V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Sony HX30V
| TG-4 | HX30V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2015 |  | February 2012 | More recent by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX30V over the Olympus TG-4
| HX30V | TG-4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-4 and Sony HX30V
| TG-4 | HX30V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX30V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-4 offers external dimensions 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 HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-4 versus the HX30V.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and HX30V is 90 and 90 respectively.
Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX30V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and HX30V.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX30V to result in more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-4 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX30V Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
| Model type | Olympus Tough TG-4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2015-04-13 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | TruePic VII | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) | 7.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| 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 grams (0.54 lbs) | 254 grams (0.56 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| 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 pictures | 320 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LI-92B | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $379 | $420 |