Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus TG-850 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the TG-850 iHS (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was revealed 12 months prior to the TG-850 iHS which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SZ-16 iHS scores vs the TG-850 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS offers outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-850 iHS has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Olympus TG-850 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ-16 iHS against the TG-850 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and TG-850 iHS is 89 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and TG-850 iHS.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-16 iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.