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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H

Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
35
Olympus TG-630 iHS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
79

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs

Olympus TG-630 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2013
Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Announced August 2019
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H Overview

The following is a complete comparison of the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic S1H, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and S1H (24MP) and the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and S1H (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The TG-630 iHS was released 7 years earlier than the S1H which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TG-630 iHS scores against the S1H for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Panasonic S1H

 TG-630 iHS S1H 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Olympus TG-630 iHS

 S1H TG-630 iHS 
AnnouncedAugust 2019January 2013Newer by 80 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2330k460kClearer display (+1870k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic S1H

 TG-630 iHS S1H 

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-630 iHS has got physical measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic S1H in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the S1H.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and S1H is 94 and 52 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and S1H.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TG-630 iHS due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic S1H will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged TG-630 iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus TG-630 iHS
Portrait photography with Panasonic S1H
27
features face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
85
has manual focus
above average flash sync speed (1/320s)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Street photography advice
Panasonic S1H Street photography advice
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
69
screen articulates
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
has touch focus
environment sealing
very good ISO range (51,200)
heavier than average in class (1,052 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Sports photography info
Panasonic S1H Sports photography info
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking focus
weather sealing
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (220 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
76
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
terrible battery pack (400 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic S1H as a Travel photography camera
59
weather sealing
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
not so great battery power (220 shots)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
64
environment sealing
has bluetooth
has touch focus
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
terrible battery pack (400 shots)
heavier than average in class (1,052 grams)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic S1H Landscape photography highlights
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fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
not so great battery power (220 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
80
has manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
decent sized screen (3.2 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
very good ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW formats
environment sealing
has double storage slots
terrible battery pack (400 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic S1H as a Vlogging camera
33
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have mic jack
70
screen is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focusing
high quality video (5952 x 3988 resolution)
has mic port
heavier than average in class (1,052g)
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S1H Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic S1H
 Olympus TG-630 iHSPanasonic Lumix DC-S1H
General Information
Make Olympus Panasonic
Model type Olympus TG-630 iHS Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H
Category Waterproof Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2013-01-08 2019-08-28
Body design Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3968 x 2976 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 6400 51200
Max enhanced ISO - 204800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Minimum enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 225
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Leica L
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Max aperture f/3.9-5.9 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Available lenses - 30
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 3" 3.2"
Resolution of screen 460k dot 2,330k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 5,760k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.78x
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Max silent shutter speed - 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 5.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/320 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1920x1080 5952x3988
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 167 grams (0.37 lb) 1052 grams (2.32 lb)
Dimensions 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 shots 400 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LI-50B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported)
Storage slots Single 2
Price at release $200 $3,998