Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic G9

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic G9, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the G9 (20MP) is relatively similar but the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and G9 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizes.

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The TG-830 iHS was released 5 years before the G9 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TG-830 iHS matches up against the G9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Panasonic G9 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-830 iHS comes with external measurements 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 Panasonic G9 has sizing of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the G9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and G9 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-830 iHS and G9.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TG-830 iHS because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic G9 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged TG-830 iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.