Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VG-120

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Olympus VG-120, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact and both are created by Olympus. The resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was brought out 2 years later than the VG-120 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-830 iHS matches up vs the VG-120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Olympus VG-120. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Olympus VG-120 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-830 iHS provides outside measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-120 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Olympus VG-120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the VG-120.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and VG-120 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and VG-120.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-830 iHS to provide extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger TG-830 iHS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.