Olympus TG-870 vs Panasonic TS1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus TG-870 and Panasonic TS1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the TG-870 (16MP) and TS1 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was released 7 years later than the TS1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the TG-870 grades versus the TS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-870 has got outside dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-870 and Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TG-870 and the TS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-870 and TS1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-870 and TS1.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-870 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher TG-870 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.