Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-4
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Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-4 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
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Launched April 2015
- Replaced the Olympus TG-3
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-5
Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-4 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon D30 and Olympus TG-4, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the D30 (12MP) and TG-4 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe D30 was brought out 14 months prior to the TG-4 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D30 matches up versus the TG-4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-4 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D30 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon D30 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Olympus TG-4
D30 | TG-4 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Canon D30
TG-4 | D30 | |||
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Launched | April 2015 | February 2014 | Newer by 14 months |
Common features in the Canon D30 and Olympus TG-4
D30 | TG-4 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon D30 comes with external measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Olympus TG-4 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon D30 and Olympus TG-4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the D30 vs the TG-4.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D30 and TG-4 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D30 and TG-4.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus TG-4 to offer extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D30 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon D30 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D30 | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D30 | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2014-02-12 | 2015-04-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 68 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
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 pictures | 380 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom, face, wink) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $329 | $379 |