Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic GH2

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic GH2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the GH2 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-320 (1/2.3") and GH2 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-320 was released 10 months later than the GH2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TG-320 scores versus the GH2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-320 comes with physical measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic GH2 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic GH2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-320 versus the GH2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-320 and GH2 is 94 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-320 and GH2.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-320 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GH2 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer TG-320 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.