Olympus TG-5 vs Sony W220

Lets look a bit more closely at the Olympus TG-5 and Sony W220, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was released 8 years later than the W220 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the TG-5 matches up vs the W220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-5 comes with external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-5 and Sony W220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TG-5 against the W220.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-5 and W220 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-5 and W220.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-5 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.