Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Announced September 2012
(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
- Revealed May 2012

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and TG-1 iHS (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was released 5 months after the TG-1 iHS and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-ZR1000 grades vs the TG-1 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
EX-ZR1000 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Casio EX-ZR1000
TG-1 iHS | EX-ZR1000 | |||
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Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+149k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
EX-ZR1000 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | May 2012 | Same age |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 features external dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 compared to the TG-1 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and TG-1 iHS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR1000 and TG-1 iHS.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR1000 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.

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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-09-25 | 2012-05-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 610 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | 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 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 255g (0.56 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 | 470 images | 350 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $572 | $399 |