Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FH22

Let's look more closely at the Olympus TG-610 versus Panasonic FH22, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-610 was released 13 months later than the FH22 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TG-610 grades vs the FH22 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-610 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-610 Gallery & Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-610 has outer dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH22 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-610 versus Panasonic FH22 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-610 compared to the FH22.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-610 and FH22 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-610 and FH22.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-610 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.