Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FP8

Here, we are comparing the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic FP8, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was introduced 3 years after the FP8 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TG-630 iHS grades vs the FP8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS comes with outside dimensions 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 FP8 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the FP8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and FP8 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-630 iHS and FP8.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger TG-630 iHS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.