Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Pentax K-50

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Pentax K-50, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The TG-830 iHS was announced 10 months prior to the K-50 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TG-830 iHS matches up versus the K-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Pentax K-50. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-830 iHS features outside 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) and the Pentax K-50 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Pentax K-50 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TG-830 iHS against the K-50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and K-50 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and K-50.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The TG-830 iHS offers the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field harder. The older TG-830 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.