Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Olympus TG-860

Below is a extended analysis of the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Olympus TG-860, both Waterproof cameras and they are both built by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the TG-860 (16MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TG-850 iHS was unveiled 12 months prior to the TG-860 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-850 iHS matches up versus the TG-860 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Olympus TG-860 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-850 iHS provides external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Olympus TG-860 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Olympus TG-860 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-850 iHS compared to the TG-860.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-850 iHS and TG-860 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-850 iHS and TG-860.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The older TG-850 iHS will be behind in sensor technology.