Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus VG-160
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus VG-160 Key Specs
(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
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus VG-160 Overview
Here is a complete assessment of the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Olympus VG-160, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Olympus. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TG-630 iHS was revealed 13 months later than the VG-160 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TG-630 iHS matches up versus the VG-160 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus VG-160 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Olympus VG-160. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Olympus VG-160 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Olympus VG-160
TG-630 iHS | VG-160 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
VG-160 | TG-630 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Olympus VG-160
TG-630 iHS | VG-160 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus VG-160 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Olympus VG-160 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Olympus VG-160 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the VG-160.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and VG-160 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus VG-160 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and VG-160.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus VG-160 to show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern TG-630 iHS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus VG-160 Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Olympus VG-160 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Olympus VG-160 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-08 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 165 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $200 | $90 |