Nikon A1000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon A1000 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was released 6 years after the TG-830 iHS which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A1000 grades versus the TG-830 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 provides physical measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Olympus TG-830 iHS has proportions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

See the Nikon A1000 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A1000 against the TG-830 iHS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and TG-830 iHS is 86 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and TG-830 iHS.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer A1000 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.