Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Below, we are comparing the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sigma. The resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is fairly similar but the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-830 iHS was manufactured 12 months after the DP2 Merrill which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-830 iHS scores vs the DP2 Merrill with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-830 iHS enjoys outer 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) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Sigma DP2 Merrill in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and DP2 Merrill is 91 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-830 iHS and DP2 Merrill.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-830 iHS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Olympus TG-830 iHS will deliver extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer TG-830 iHS provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.