Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was released 12 months prior to the TG-830 iHS and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 matches up vs the TG-830 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
EX-ZR15 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Casio EX-ZR15
TG-830 iHS | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
EX-ZR15 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 features physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and 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).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the TG-830 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and TG-830 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR15 and TG-830 iHS.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR15 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 325 photos | 300 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $249 | $0 |