Canon A2300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon A2300 and Olympus TG-830 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was introduced 11 months earlier than the TG-830 iHS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the A2300 scores vs the TG-830 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A2300 features outer measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Olympus TG-830 iHS has proportions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2300 and Olympus TG-830 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the A2300 against the TG-830 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and TG-830 iHS is 96 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and TG-830 iHS.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older A2300 will be behind in sensor innovation.