Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FH27

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic FH27, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TG-830 iHS was manufactured 2 years after the FH27 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the TG-830 iHS grades versus the FH27 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-830 iHS offers physical 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) and the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic FH27 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the FH27.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and FH27 is 91 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-830 iHS and FH27.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger TG-830 iHS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.