Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was launched 11 months prior to the TG-830 iHS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX240 HS matches up vs the TG-830 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS provides exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while 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).

Check the Canon SX240 HS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX240 HS versus the TG-830 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and TG-830 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and TG-830 iHS.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-830 iHS to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older SX240 HS will be behind in sensor tech.