Olympus 1 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

Below, we are matching up the Olympus 1 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 was revealed 11 months later than the TG-830 iHS and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1 matches up versus the TG-830 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The full galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1 has got physical measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 1 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 versus the TG-830 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and TG-830 iHS is 79 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and TG-830 iHS.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus TG-830 iHS will offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger 1 will have an advantage in sensor technology.