Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax KP

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Pentax KP, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and KP (24MP) and the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and KP (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The TG-820 iHS was released 6 years prior to the KP and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TG-820 iHS matches up vs the KP with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Pentax KP. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS offers exterior 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 Pentax KP has sizing of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Pentax KP in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the TG-820 iHS and the KP.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and KP is 92 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and KP.

All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TG-820 iHS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax KP will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-820 iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.