Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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![Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 front Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000/Olympus-Tough-3000-front.jpg)
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 3000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2013
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are manufactured by Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The Tough-3000 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the TG-830 iHS and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the Tough-3000 scores versus the TG-830 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
Tough-3000 | TG-830 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Olympus Tough-3000
TG-830 iHS | Tough-3000 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 36 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus Tough-3000 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
Tough-3000 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus Tough-3000 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while 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).
Examine the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Olympus TG-830 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Tough-3000 versus the TG-830 iHS.
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS size comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Olympus-TG-830-iHS-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Tough-3000 and TG-830 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS top view buttons comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Olympus-TG-830-iHS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Tough-3000 and TG-830 iHS.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Olympus TG-830 iHS to offer extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older Tough-3000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS sensor size comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Olympus-TG-830-iHS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Olympus-TG-830-iHS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Also Known as | mju Tough 3000 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $0 |