Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sigma Quattro

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sigma Quattro, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The TG-830 iHS was manufactured 4 years before the Quattro and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TG-830 iHS scores against the Quattro for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Sigma sd Quattro. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-830 iHS enjoys external dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro has measurements of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sigma Quattro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the Quattro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and Quattro is 91 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-830 iHS and Quattro.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-830 iHS due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sigma Quattro will provide extra detail due to its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The older TG-830 iHS will be behind in sensor tech.