Olympus TG-870 vs Panasonic XS1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-870 vs Panasonic XS1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was revealed 3 years after the XS1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-870 scores vs the XS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-870 has external measurements 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 XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-870 vs Panasonic XS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-870 vs the XS1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-870 and XS1 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-870 and XS1.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files although you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger TG-870 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.