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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
37
Overall
36
Olympus TG-820 iHS front
 
Pentax Optio W60 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 Key Specs

Olympus TG-820 iHS
(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
  • 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
  • Introduced February 2012
Pentax W60
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
  • Released July 2009
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Pentax W60, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was introduced 2 years later than the W60 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TG-820 iHS grades versus the W60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Pentax W60

 TG-820 iHS W60 
ReleasedFebruary 2012July 2009Fresher by 32 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1030k230kSharper screen (+800k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS

 W60 TG-820 iHS 
Manual focus Very exact focus

Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Pentax W60

 TG-820 iHS W60 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS offers outside measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Pentax W60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-820 iHS compared to the W60.

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and W60 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and W60.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-820 iHS to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern TG-820 iHS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS Portrait photography info
Pentax W60 Portrait photography info
27
has face detection focus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
26
manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS Street photography factors
Pentax W60 Street photography factors
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
54
weather sealing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS Sports photography factors
Pentax W60 Sports photography factors
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking autofocus
environment proofing
max frames per second very slow (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (220 per charge)
lacks phase detect auto focus
23
weather sealing
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus TG-820 iHS
Travel photography with Pentax W60
59
environment proofing
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
terrible battery pack (220 shots)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
64
weather sealing
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS Landscape photography factors
Pentax W60 Landscape photography factors
38
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
terrible battery pack (220 shots)
lack of Timelapse function
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manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
weather sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-820 iHS as a Vlogging camera
Pentax W60 as a Vlogging camera
33
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detection focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of external microphone socket
25
rather wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax W60 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Pentax W60
 Olympus TG-820 iHSPentax Optio W60
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Pentax
Model type Olympus TG-820 iHS Pentax Optio W60
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2012-02-08 2009-07-01
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip TruePic VI -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3968 x 2976 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 50
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.5 inch
Screen resolution 1,030 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter rate 5.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 206 grams (0.45 pounds) 165 grams (0.36 pounds)
Physical dimensions 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID LI-50B D-LI78
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $500 $300