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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Olympus TG-830 iHS front
 
Zeiss ZX1 front
Portability
67
Imaging
78
Features
62
Overall
71

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 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
  • Launched January 2013
Zeiss ZX1
(Full Review)
  • 37MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 4.34" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 51200
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 35mm (F2-22) lens
  • 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
  • Launched September 2018
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview

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.

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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.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Zeiss ZX1

 TG-830 iHS ZX1 

Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS

 ZX1 TG-830 iHS 
LaunchedSeptember 2018January 2013Newer by 69 months
Manually focus More precise focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display size4.34"3"Larger display (+1.34")
Display resolution2765k460kSharper display (+2305k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Zeiss ZX1

 TG-830 iHS ZX1 
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 size comparison

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

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison

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.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
Portrait photography with Zeiss ZX1
35
decent megapixels (16MP)
includes face detection focus
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
86
you can focus manually
MP count amazing (37 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
Street photography with Zeiss ZX1
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
70
screen articulates fully
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
comes with touch focus
great high ISO (51,200)
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (800g)
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Sports photography info
Zeiss ZX1 Sports photography info
48
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
64
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
MP count amazing (37MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
can't change focal length (35mm)
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Travel photography information
Zeiss ZX1 Travel photography information
67
environment proof
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
65
supports bluetooth
comes with touch focus
MP count amazing (37MP)
great maximum aperture (f2)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (800 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Landscape photography advice
Zeiss ZX1 Landscape photography advice
45
really wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16MP)
environment proof
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
69
you can focus manually
great maximum aperture (f2)
screen larger than average (4.34")
MP count amazing (37MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (35mm)
lack of image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS as a Vlogging camera
Zeiss ZX1 as a Vlogging camera
33
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
lack of external mic support
31
great maximum aperture (f2)
touchscreen
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
does not have mic support
heavier than competition in class (800 grams)
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Zeiss ZX1
 Olympus TG-830 iHSZeiss ZX1
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Zeiss
Model type Olympus TG-830 iHS Zeiss ZX1
Class Waterproof Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2013-01-08 2018-09-27
Physical type Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 37 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 7488 x 4992
Maximum native ISO 6400 51200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 255
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35mm (1x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/2-22
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 3 inches 4.34 inches
Screen resolution 460 thousand dots 2,765 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 6,221 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 214g (0.47 pounds) 800g (1.76 pounds)
Physical dimensions 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 shots -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID LI-50B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC 512GB internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $0 -