Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Olympus. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the E-M1 (16MP) and TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1 was unveiled 10 months later than the TG-630 iHS and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the E-M1 grades against the TG-630 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 comes with exterior dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-630 iHS has sizing of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1 vs the TG-630 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and TG-630 iHS is 71 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 and TG-630 iHS.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus E-M1 will show more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern E-M1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.