Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB700

Lets look more closely at the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB700, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was launched 2 years later than the WB700 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TG-830 iHS matches up versus the WB700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. 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) whilst the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-830 iHS versus the WB700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and WB700 is 91 and 98 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-830 iHS and WB700.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger TG-830 iHS is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.