Olympus 8010 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus 8010 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was announced 24 months before the TG-820 iHS which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 8010 grades vs the TG-820 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 8010 enjoys outer measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Olympus TG-820 iHS has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 8010 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 8010 compared to the TG-820 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and TG-820 iHS is 92 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 8010 and TG-820 iHS.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus 8010 to offer greater detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 8010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.