Olympus TG-860 vs Panasonic SZ1

The following is a complete review of the Olympus TG-860 versus Panasonic SZ1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was brought out 3 years after the SZ1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the TG-860 matches up against the SZ1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-860 has outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-860 versus Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-860 vs the SZ1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-860 and SZ1 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-860 and SZ1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-860 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.