Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB1100F

Following is a extensive assessment of the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung WB1100F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was unveiled 12 months before the WB1100F and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TG-830 iHS matches up versus the WB1100F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has got outside measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") along with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung WB1100F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the WB1100F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and WB1100F is 91 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and WB1100F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged TG-830 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.