Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax K-30

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Pentax K-30, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and K-30 (16MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-1 iHS was introduced 5 months prior to the K-30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS grades versus the K-30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Pentax K-30. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS features outer dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-30 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Pentax K-30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-1 iHS against the K-30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and K-30 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The visual below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and K-30.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Pentax K-30 will provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively.