Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Olympus. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the FE-3010 (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was released 5 years before the TG-830 iHS which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FE-3010 scores against the TG-830 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-3010 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-3010 enjoys outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Olympus TG-830 iHS has dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-3010 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FE-3010 against the TG-830 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-3010 and TG-830 iHS is 97 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-3010 and TG-830 iHS.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.