Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic G5

Below is a extended assessment of the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic G5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the G5 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and G5 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-830 iHS was announced 6 months later than the G5 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-830 iHS grades against the G5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-830 iHS enjoys outer 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) whilst the Panasonic G5 has proportions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic G5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the G5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and G5 is 91 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-830 iHS and G5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The TG-830 iHS uses the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging.