Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony NEX-C3

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Sony NEX-C3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is very similar but the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The TG-830 iHS was announced 17 months after the NEX-C3 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TG-830 iHS grades vs the NEX-C3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has got 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) and the Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the NEX-C3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and NEX-C3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-830 iHS and NEX-C3.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The TG-830 iHS provides the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field harder. The more recent TG-830 iHS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.