Olympus 7010 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

The following is a complete review of the Olympus 7010 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 7010 was announced 3 years earlier than the TG-1 iHS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 7010 scores versus the TG-1 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 7010 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 7010 has got external measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-1 iHS has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 7010 compared to the TG-1 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 7010 and TG-1 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7010 and TG-1 iHS.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged 7010 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.