Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 218g - 109 x 68 x 28mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 D30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the D30 (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe D30 was launched 14 months after the TG-830 iHS which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D30 grades against the TG-830 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D30 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Canon D30 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
D30 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Released | February 2014 | January 2013 | Newer by 14 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Canon D30
TG-830 iHS | D30 |
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Common features in the Canon D30 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
D30 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon D30 has got external measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has sizing of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D30 versus the TG-830 iHS.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and TG-830 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.
Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D30 and TG-830 iHS.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Olympus TG-830 iHS to provide more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher D30 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot D30 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D30 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-02-12 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 68 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 300 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom, face, wink) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $329 | $0 |