Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.