Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic GX9

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic GX9, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is very well matched but the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and GX9 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The TG-830 iHS was brought out 6 years before the GX9 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TG-830 iHS scores versus the GX9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-830 iHS comes with external measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX9 has proportions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic GX9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-830 iHS against the GX9.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and GX9 is 91 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and GX9.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-830 iHS due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will resolve extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The older TG-830 iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.