Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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![Olympus TG-630 iHS front Olympus TG-630 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-TG-630-iHS/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-front.jpg)
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Olympus TG-830 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras and they are both sold by Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The TG-630 iHS was introduced about the same time to the TG-830 iHS so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the TG-630 iHS scores against the TG-830 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Olympus TG-830 iHS
TG-630 iHS | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS provides physical measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Olympus TG-830 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the TG-830 iHS.
![Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS size comparison Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-vs-Olympus-TG-830-iHS-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and TG-830 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.
![Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-vs-Olympus-TG-830-iHS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and TG-830 iHS.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-830 iHS to deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively.
![Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS sensor size comparison Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-vs-Olympus-TG-830-iHS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-vs-Olympus-TG-830-iHS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-08 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 pounds) | 214g (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | 220 images | 300 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $200 | $0 |