Casio EX-Z400 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Below is a complete overview of the Casio EX-Z400 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z400 was introduced 4 years earlier than the TG-1 iHS and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-Z400 matches up vs the TG-1 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z400 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z400 compared to the TG-1 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and TG-1 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and TG-1 iHS.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of files but you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older EX-Z400 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.