Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.