Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-15 was introduced 6 months after the TG-830 iHS so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the SZ-15 scores versus the TG-830 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-15 enjoys external measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has proportions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-15 versus the TG-830 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and TG-830 iHS is 88 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and TG-830 iHS.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files but you should take the release date of the cameras into account.