Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS

Lets look a bit more closely at the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Olympus TG-830 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are produced by Olympus. The resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was manufactured 13 months after the TG-830 iHS which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TG-850 iHS matches up versus the TG-830 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-850 iHS enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has proportions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Olympus TG-830 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-850 iHS against the TG-830 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-850 iHS and TG-830 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-850 iHS and TG-830 iHS.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer TG-850 iHS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.