Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1

Lets look more closely at the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Zeiss ZX1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Zeiss. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizes.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The TG-830 iHS was introduced 6 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the TG-830 iHS matches up against the ZX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has 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) while the Zeiss ZX1 has sizing of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the ZX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and ZX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-830 iHS and ZX1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TG-830 iHS using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will result in extra detail using its extra 21MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-830 iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.