Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

Following is a complete analysis of the Olympus FE-4030 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was launched 3 years before the TG-820 iHS which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FE-4030 grades vs the TG-820 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4030 has got exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus TG-820 iHS has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FE-4030 against the TG-820 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and TG-820 iHS is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and TG-820 iHS.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus FE-4030 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.