Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic S1H

The following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus TG-610 versus Panasonic S1H, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the TG-610 (14MP) and S1H (24MP) and the TG-610 (1/2.3") and S1H (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-610 was revealed 9 years earlier than the S1H which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-610 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the TG-610 scores versus the S1H with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-610 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-610 Gallery & Panasonic S1H Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-610 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Panasonic S1H has specifications of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-610 versus Panasonic S1H in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-610 against the S1H.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-610 and S1H is 93 and 52 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-610 and S1H.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TG-610 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic S1H will deliver more detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged TG-610 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.