Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic TS20

Here is a in-depth review of the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Panasonic TS20, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was announced 2 years later than the TS20 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-850 iHS scores versus the TS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-850 iHS comes with outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-850 iHS versus the TS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-850 iHS and TS20 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-850 iHS and TS20.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos but you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-850 iHS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.