Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320
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![Olympus TG-830 iHS front Olympus TG-830 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-TG-830-iHS/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-front.jpg)
![Olympus VR-320 front Olympus VR-320 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-VR-320/Olympus-VR-320-front.jpg)
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Successor is Olympus VR-330
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Olympus VR-320, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The TG-830 iHS was unveiled 18 months after the VR-320 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TG-830 iHS matches up against the VR-320 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Olympus VR-320. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Olympus VR-320
TG-830 iHS | VR-320 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 18 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
VR-320 | TG-830 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Olympus VR-320
TG-830 iHS | VR-320 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-830 iHS features exterior dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Olympus VR-320 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the TG-830 iHS vs the VR-320.
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 size comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Olympus-VR-320-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and VR-320 is 91 and 94 respectively.
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Olympus-VR-320-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-830 iHS and VR-320.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-830 iHS to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher TG-830 iHS should have an advantage in sensor technology.
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Olympus-VR-320-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Olympus-VR-320-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus VR-320 Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Olympus VR-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Olympus VR-320 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-08 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $179 |