Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched January 2015
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
The following is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic SZ10, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The TG-830 iHS was announced 24 months earlier than the SZ10 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-830 iHS matches up versus the SZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Panasonic SZ10
TG-830 iHS | SZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
SZ10 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 24 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic SZ10
TG-830 iHS | SZ10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-830 iHS features outer measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic SZ10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-830 iHS against the SZ10.
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 size comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and SZ10 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and SZ10.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images but you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged TG-830 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-830-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-08 | 2015-01-06 |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
External flash | ||
AE 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 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lb) | 177 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 200 photographs |
Style 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 | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $200 |