Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung HZ30W

The following is a in depth overview of the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung HZ30W, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was announced 3 years after the HZ30W which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TG-830 iHS matches up versus the HZ30W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-830 iHS features outer dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung HZ30W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the HZ30W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and HZ30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-830 iHS and HZ30W.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus TG-830 iHS to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher TG-830 iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.