Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Olympus TG-5

Below is a detailed comparison of the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Olympus TG-5, both Waterproof cameras and they are both sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was manufactured 6 years prior to the TG-5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the TG-820 iHS matches up against the TG-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Olympus Tough TG-5. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has outside measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Olympus TG-5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-820 iHS compared to the TG-5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and TG-5 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and TG-5.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older TG-820 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.