Olympus 7030 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus 7030 versus Olympus TG-850 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the TG-850 iHS (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was announced 5 years before the TG-850 iHS and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the 7030 scores versus the TG-850 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus 7030 offers exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus TG-850 iHS has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 7030 against the TG-850 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and TG-850 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 7030 and TG-850 iHS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus TG-850 iHS to render greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older 7030 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.