Olympus TG-870 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Below is a extended comparison of the Olympus TG-870 and Panasonic FZ1000, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the TG-870 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-870 was released 20 months later than the FZ1000 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TG-870 matches up versus the FZ1000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-870 enjoys external dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 has proportions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-870 and the FZ1000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-870 and FZ1000 is 91 and 55 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-870 and FZ1000.

All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-870 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic FZ1000 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer TG-870 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.