Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon A3400 IS and Olympus TG-830 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe A3400 IS was manufactured 11 months prior to the TG-830 iHS so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A3400 IS matches up against the TG-830 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
A3400 IS | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Canon A3400 IS
TG-830 iHS | A3400 IS | |||
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Released | January 2013 | February 2012 | More modern by 11 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Olympus TG-830 iHS
A3400 IS | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A3400 IS enjoys outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus TG-830 iHS has measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Canon A3400 IS and Olympus TG-830 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A3400 IS vs the TG-830 iHS.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and TG-830 iHS is 96 and 91 respectively.
Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A3400 IS and TG-830 iHS.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged A3400 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 shots | 300 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $230 | $0 |