Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus TG-820 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was introduced 13 months earlier than the TG-820 iHS making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SP-610UZ grades vs the TG-820 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-610UZ & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ enjoys physical measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-820 iHS has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the TG-820 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and TG-820 iHS is 79 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The visual underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and TG-820 iHS.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-610UZ to give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.