Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic LZ30

Here is a thorough assessment of the Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic LZ30, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-610 was unveiled 24 months prior to the LZ30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-610 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TG-610 matches up against the LZ30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-610 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-610 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-610 features exterior measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic LZ30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-610 against the LZ30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-610 and LZ30 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-610 and LZ30.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic LZ30 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older TG-610 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.