Olympus TG-4 vs Sony RX100

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-4 vs Sony RX100, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the TG-4 (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-4 was brought out 2 years later than the RX100 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TG-4 matches up versus the RX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-4 offers exterior dimensions 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 RX100 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-4 against the RX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and RX100 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and RX100.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-4 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX100 will show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger TG-4 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.