Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax P80

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Pentax P80, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was revealed 2 years after the P80 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TG-820 iHS matches up versus the P80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS provides external dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Pentax P80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the TG-820 iHS and the P80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and P80 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-820 iHS and P80.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-820 iHS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.