Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

The following is a extended review of the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus TG-850 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the TG-850 iHS (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was announced 3 years before the TG-850 iHS which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SP-810 UZ grades against the TG-850 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-810 UZ enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Olympus TG-850 iHS has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus TG-850 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the TG-850 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-810 UZ and TG-850 iHS is 78 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and TG-850 iHS.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus TG-850 iHS to give greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SP-810 UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.