Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Pentax XG-1

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Pentax XG-1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was revealed 3 years before the XG-1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TG-820 iHS grades against the XG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Pentax XG-1. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS offers exterior measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Pentax XG-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-820 iHS compared to the XG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-820 iHS and XG-1 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and XG-1.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax XG-1 to offer more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged TG-820 iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.