Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax E85

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax E85, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was manufactured 3 years after the E85 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TG-630 iHS grades against the E85 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax Optio E85. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS provides external 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) and the Pentax E85 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the TG-630 iHS against the E85.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and E85 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and E85.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent TG-630 iHS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.