Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
(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-ZR100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was launched 9 months earlier than the TG-1 iHS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR100 matches up versus the TG-1 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
EX-ZR100 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Casio EX-ZR100
TG-1 iHS | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 9 months |
Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+149k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
EX-ZR100 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR100 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR100 against the TG-1 iHS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and TG-1 iHS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and TG-1 iHS.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2012-05-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 610 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 204 grams (0.45 lb) | 230 grams (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $300 | $399 |