Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic G1

Below is a detailed analysis of the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Panasonic G1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and G1 (12MP) and the TG-850 iHS (1/2.3") and G1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The TG-850 iHS was launched 5 years later than the G1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TG-850 iHS matches up against the G1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-850 iHS comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-850 iHS vs the G1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-850 iHS and G1 is 91 and 82 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-850 iHS and G1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TG-850 iHS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Olympus TG-850 iHS will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger TG-850 iHS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.