Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3

The following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was brought out 3 years after the FP3 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-830 iHS grades vs the FP3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has external measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the FP3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and FP3 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-830 iHS and FP3.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to give more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher TG-830 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.