Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS15

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS15, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was launched 20 months after the ZS15 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TG-850 iHS scores versus the ZS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-850 iHS offers outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-850 iHS vs the ZS15.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-850 iHS and ZS15 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-850 iHS and ZS15.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus TG-850 iHS to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger TG-850 iHS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.