Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

The following is a in depth comparison of the Canon SD980 IS versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the SD980 IS (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD980 IS was brought out 4 years before the TG-830 iHS which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SD980 IS grades versus the TG-830 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SD980 IS comes with external measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SD980 IS compared to the TG-830 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD980 IS and TG-830 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD980 IS and TG-830 iHS.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-830 iHS to give greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SD980 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.