Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Olympus VR-340

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Olympus VR-340, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and VR-340 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was introduced 13 months after the VR-340 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-630 iHS scores against the VR-340 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Olympus VR-340. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-630 iHS provides outside measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Olympus VR-340 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Olympus VR-340 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the VR-340.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and VR-340 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and VR-340.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus VR-340 to render greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern TG-630 iHS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.