Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax P80
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax P80 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Announced August 2009

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax P80 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Pentax P80, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-630 iHS was manufactured 3 years later than the P80 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-630 iHS scores against the P80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax P80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Pentax P80
TG-630 iHS | P80 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 42 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
P80 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax P80
TG-630 iHS | P80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-630 iHS enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax P80 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Pentax P80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the P80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and P80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and P80.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer TG-630 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax P80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax P80 Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax Optio P80 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-08 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 | 220 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $200 | $200 |