Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS
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Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced July 2009
- Also Known as mju Tough 8000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 218g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Launched January 2014
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Olympus 8000 and Olympus TG-850 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Olympus. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and TG-850 iHS (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 8000 was introduced 5 years before the TG-850 iHS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 8000 grades vs the TG-850 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Olympus TG-850 iHS
8000 | TG-850 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-850 iHS over the Olympus 8000
TG-850 iHS | 8000 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | July 2009 | More recent by 55 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 8000 and Olympus TG-850 iHS
8000 | TG-850 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8000 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Olympus TG-850 iHS has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 8000 and Olympus TG-850 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the 8000 against the TG-850 iHS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and TG-850 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and TG-850 iHS.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus TG-850 iHS to show more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older 8000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS |
Also Known as | mju Tough 8000 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-07-01 | 2014-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4616 x 3464 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 21-105mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 1/2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182g (0.40 lbs) | 218g (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 330 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 sec, 12 sec, Custom Self-Timer (1-30 sec start timer, 1-10 pictures, 1-3 sec interval)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $380 | $250 |