Olympus E-M1 II vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus E-M1 II versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1 II (20MP) and TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M1 II was introduced 4 years later than the TG-820 iHS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the E-M1 II grades against the TG-820 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 II has got outside measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") having a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-820 iHS has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1 II versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the E-M1 II and the TG-820 iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 II and TG-820 iHS is 68 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 II and TG-820 iHS.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 II using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Olympus E-M1 II will offer you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger E-M1 II is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.