Olympus TG-4 vs Sony W690

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus TG-4 and Sony W690, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was brought out 3 years after the W690 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-4 matches up versus the W690 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-4 comes with exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-4 and Sony W690 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-4 compared to the W690.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and W690 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and W690.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files however you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-4 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.