Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Announced January 2011
- Older Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Renewed by Olympus SP-620 UZ
(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
- Introduced January 2013

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus TG-830 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SP-610UZ was manufactured 24 months before the TG-830 iHS making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SP-610UZ grades vs the TG-830 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
SP-610UZ | TG-830 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Olympus SP-610UZ
TG-830 iHS | SP-610UZ | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 24 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus TG-830 iHS
SP-610UZ | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got exterior dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has proportions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus TG-830 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the TG-830 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and TG-830 iHS is 79 and 91 respectively.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and TG-830 iHS.
As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-830 iHS to resolve more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-01-06 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | 300 shots |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $299 | $0 |