Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus 8000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was introduced 3 years prior to the TG-1 iHS and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 8000 scores versus the TG-1 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8000 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 8000 vs the TG-1 iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and TG-1 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 8000 and TG-1 iHS.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older 8000 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.