Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-810 UZ was released 9 months prior to the TG-1 iHS and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SP-810 UZ matches up versus the TG-1 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-810 UZ and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-810 UZ offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SP-810 UZ against the TG-1 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and TG-1 iHS is 78 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-810 UZ and TG-1 iHS.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SP-810 UZ to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older SP-810 UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.