Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

The following is a extensive comparison of the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and TG-1 iHS (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was introduced 16 months after the TG-1 iHS which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-ZR800 grades versus the TG-1 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR800 comes with physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR800 versus the TG-1 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR800 and TG-1 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR800 and TG-1 iHS.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR800 to give extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR800 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.