Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ1
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic SZ1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe TG-830 iHS was released 13 months after the SZ1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TG-830 iHS matches up against the SZ1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Panasonic SZ1
TG-830 iHS | SZ1 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2012 | More modern by 13 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
SZ1 | TG-830 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic SZ1
TG-830 iHS | SZ1 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-830 iHS comes with outside dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-830 iHS vs the SZ1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and SZ1 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-830 iHS and SZ1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern TG-830 iHS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lbs) | 131g (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $0 | $179 |