Olympus E-P5 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

Here is a extensive comparison of the Olympus E-P5 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is fairly well matched but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The E-P5 was introduced 9 months later than the TG-830 iHS and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the E-P5 matches up vs the TG-830 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-P5 has physical measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has specifications of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P5 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the E-P5 and the TG-830 iHS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-P5 and TG-830 iHS is 85 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P5 and TG-830 iHS.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The E-P5 features the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The younger E-P5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.