Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX99

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-4 vs Sony HX99, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-4 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) provide totally different sensor size.

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The TG-4 was announced 4 years prior to the HX99 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-4 matches up against the HX99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 enjoys outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-4 and the HX99.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and HX99 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-4 and HX99.

As you can see, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-4 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony HX99 will give more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged TG-4 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.