Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 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
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2012

Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
Here, we are comparing the Olympus SZ-10 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SZ-10 was brought out 12 months prior to the TG-820 iHS which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SZ-10 grades versus the TG-820 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-10 & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Olympus SZ-10
TG-820 iHS | SZ-10 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Display resolution | 1030k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+570k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
SZ-10 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-10 features external dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-820 iHS has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SZ-10 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-10 vs the TG-820 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-10 and TG-820 iHS is 90 and 92 respectively.

Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and TG-820 iHS.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-10 to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older SZ-10 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SZ-10 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
Olympus SZ-10 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SZ-10 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | TruePic VI |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 1,030 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 grams (0.47 lbs) | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 | 220 photos | 220 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $500 |