Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 497g - 130 x 94 x 63mm
- Launched October 2013
- Refreshed by Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2013
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus E-M1 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and both are sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is fairly close but the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe E-M1 was introduced 10 months after the TG-830 iHS which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the E-M1 matches up vs the TG-830 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
E-M1 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Revealed | October 2013 | January 2013 | More modern by 10 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 460k | Sharper display (+577k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Olympus E-M1
TG-830 iHS | E-M1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
E-M1 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 has got outside measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Olympus TG-830 iHS has measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M1 versus the TG-830 iHS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and TG-830 iHS is 71 and 91 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and TG-830 iHS.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The E-M1 uses the larger sensor which should make getting bokeh easier. The more recent E-M1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-10-28 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePIC VII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 497g (1.10 pounds) | 214g (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 757 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLN-1 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $799 | $0 |