Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS

On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Olympus XZ-2 iHS, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Olympus. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") have different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The TG-830 iHS was revealed very close to the XZ-2 iHS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-830 iHS scores against the XZ-2 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has external dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Olympus XZ-2 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the XZ-2 iHS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and XZ-2 iHS is 91 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-830 iHS and XZ-2 iHS.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-830 iHS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Olympus TG-830 iHS will produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively.