Olympus 7010 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus 7010 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was introduced 3 years before the TG-820 iHS which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the 7010 grades versus the TG-820 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus 7010 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Olympus TG-820 iHS has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 7010 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 7010 versus the TG-820 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and TG-820 iHS is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 7010 and TG-820 iHS.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images but you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged 7010 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.