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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Olympus TG-830 iHS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 Key Specs

Olympus TG-830 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2013
Sony W350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the W350 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was released 3 years after the W350 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TG-830 iHS grades versus the W350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Sony W350

 TG-830 iHS W350 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2010More modern by 37 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS

 W350 TG-830 iHS 

Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Sony W350

 TG-830 iHS W350 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-830 iHS offers physical measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony W350 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-830 iHS vs the W350.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and W350 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and W350.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher TG-830 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W350 as a Portrait photography camera
35
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
provides face detect focusing
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Street photography advice
Sony W350 Street photography advice
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Sports photography advice
Sony W350 Sports photography advice
48
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
weather proofing
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Travel photography factors
Sony W350 Travel photography factors
67
weather proofing
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
66
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
Landscape photography with Sony W350
45
pretty wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
weather proofing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
37
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Vlogging features
Sony W350 Vlogging features
33
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone socket
29
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic port
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Sony W350
 Olympus TG-830 iHSSony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Sony
Model Olympus TG-830 iHS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
Category Waterproof Ultracompact
Introduced 2013-01-08 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 214 grams (0.47 pounds) 117 grams (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 photos -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model LI-50B NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $0 $200