Olympus TG-5 vs Sony HX20V

Below is a extensive analysis of the Olympus TG-5 vs Sony HX20V, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was brought out 4 years later than the HX20V and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-5 matches up versus the HX20V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-5 enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-5 versus the HX20V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-5 and HX20V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-5 and HX20V.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX20V to offer you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent TG-5 should have an edge in sensor tech.