Canon A3100 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon A3100 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the A3100 IS (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was launched 4 years before the TG-830 iHS which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the A3100 IS matches up vs the TG-830 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A3100 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon A3100 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Olympus TG-830 iHS has specifications of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3100 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the A3100 IS versus the TG-830 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A3100 IS and TG-830 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3100 IS and TG-830 iHS.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged A3100 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.