Canon SX30 IS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon SX30 IS versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was introduced 3 years before the TG-830 iHS which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX30 IS matches up versus the TG-830 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX30 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has proportions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

See the Canon SX30 IS versus Olympus TG-830 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX30 IS and the TG-830 iHS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and TG-830 iHS is 64 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and TG-830 iHS.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-830 iHS to give you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.