Olympus TG-870 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Olympus TG-870 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 221g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Launched January 2016
- Superseded the Olympus TG-860
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2012
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The following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus TG-870 and Olympus TG-820 iHS, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Olympus. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the TG-870 (16MP) and TG-820 iHS (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TG-870 scores against the TG-820 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Olympus TG-870 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-870 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
| TG-870 | TG-820 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2016 |  | February 2012 | Newer by 48 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Olympus TG-870
| TG-820 iHS | TG-870 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1030k |  | 921k | Crisper display (+109k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-870 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
| TG-870 | TG-820 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Olympus TG-870 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-870 features outside dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus TG-820 iHS has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-870 and Olympus TG-820 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-870 against the TG-820 iHS.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-870 and TG-820 iHS is 91 and 92 respectively.
Olympus TG-870 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-870 and TG-820 iHS.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-870 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger TG-870 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-870 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-870 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
| Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Olympus |
| Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
| Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2016-01-06 | 2012-02-08 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | TruePic VII | TruePic VI |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | f/3.9-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 921k dot | 1,030k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) | 3.50 m |
| Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 221g (0.49 lbs) | 206g (0.45 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 images | 220 images |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | Li-50B | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $280 | $500 |