Olympus TG-4 vs Sony WX300

Here is a thorough comparison of the Olympus TG-4 versus Sony WX300, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was manufactured 2 years later than the WX300 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TG-4 grades against the WX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 has got exterior measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-4 versus Sony WX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TG-4 vs the WX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and WX300 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-4 and WX300.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX300 to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher TG-4 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.