Olympus E-30 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-30 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof and both are offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-30 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively close but the E-30 (Four Thirds) and TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The E-30 was introduced 4 years prior to the TG-1 iHS which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-30 grades vs the TG-1 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-30 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-30 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-30 features outside dimensions of 142mm x 108mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") and a weight of 695 grams (1.53 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

See the Olympus E-30 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the E-30 against the TG-1 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-30 and TG-1 iHS is 60 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-30 and TG-1 iHS.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The E-30 includes the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF easier. The more aged E-30 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.