Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic FZ200

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Panasonic FZ200, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was announced 19 months later than the FZ200 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-850 iHS scores vs the FZ200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-850 iHS enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Panasonic FZ200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-850 iHS and the FZ200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-850 iHS and FZ200 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-850 iHS and FZ200.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-850 iHS to render greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern TG-850 iHS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.