Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2012

Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Casio EX-Z450 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the TG-1 iHS and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z450 grades vs the TG-1 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
EX-Z450 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Casio EX-Z450
TG-1 iHS | EX-Z450 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 33 months |
Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
EX-Z450 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 provides outer dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z450 against the TG-1 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and TG-1 iHS is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z450 and TG-1 iHS.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older EX-Z450 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-18 | 2012-05-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 610 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 350 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $229 | $399 |