Olympus TG-4 vs Sony WX500

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-4 vs Sony WX500, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was released within a month of the WX500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TG-4 matches up versus the WX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-4 provides external 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) while the Sony WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-4 vs Sony WX500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the TG-4 compared to the WX500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and WX500 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-4 and WX500.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX500 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively.