Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Olympus SZ-15
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-15 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Introduced | June 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
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.
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SZ-15 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $200 | $0 |