Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung SL720

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung SL720, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was introduced 2 years after the SL720 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-820 iHS scores against the SL720 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS features outside 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) whilst the Samsung SL720 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-820 iHS and the SL720.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and SL720 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and SL720.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-820 iHS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.