Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70
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Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 218g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Launched January 2014
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Launched April 2017
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS60
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS80
Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TG-850 iHS was brought out 4 years earlier than the ZS70 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-850 iHS scores vs the ZS70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-850 iHS over the Panasonic ZS70
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Olympus TG-850 iHS
ZS70 | TG-850 iHS | |||
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Launched | April 2017 | January 2014 | Newer by 39 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Panasonic ZS70
TG-850 iHS | ZS70 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-850 iHS features physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the TG-850 iHS compared to the ZS70.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-850 iHS and ZS70 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-850 iHS and ZS70.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to resolve more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged TG-850 iHS is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ90 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-29 | 2017-04-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4616 x 3464 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lb) | 322g (0.71 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 380 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec, 12 sec, Custom Self-Timer (1-30 sec start timer, 1-10 pictures, 1-3 sec interval)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $250 | $450 |