Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung GX-10

Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung GX-10, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-830 iHS was brought out 6 years later than the GX-10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-830 iHS grades vs the GX-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Samsung GX-10. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has got external dimensions 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 Samsung GX-10 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung GX-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-830 iHS vs the GX-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and GX-10 is 91 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-830 iHS and GX-10.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-830 iHS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Olympus TG-830 iHS will result in more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger TG-830 iHS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.