Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus TG-5

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus TG-5, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are designed by Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and TG-5 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was unveiled 5 years prior to the TG-5 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the TG-830 iHS grades versus the TG-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Olympus Tough TG-5. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-830 iHS enjoys exterior measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus TG-5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the TG-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and TG-5 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-830 iHS and TG-5.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus TG-830 iHS to produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older TG-830 iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.