Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic S1R

Following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic S1R, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and S1R (47MP) and the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and S1R (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

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The TG-830 iHS was released 7 years before the S1R which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the TG-830 iHS grades against the S1R in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Panasonic S1R Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you 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") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic S1R has sizing of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic S1R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the S1R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and S1R is 91 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-830 iHS and S1R.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TG-830 iHS due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic S1R will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged TG-830 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.