Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic TS4

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic TS4, both Waterproof cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was manufactured 12 months later than the TS4 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-830 iHS grades versus the TS4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-830 iHS comes with exterior dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic TS4 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the TS4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and TS4 is 91 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-830 iHS and TS4.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-830 iHS to show greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent TG-830 iHS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.