Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FZ35

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic FZ35, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was brought out 2 years later than the FZ35 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-630 iHS grades against the FZ35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS has physical dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic FZ35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the FZ35.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and FZ35 is 94 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and FZ35.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-630 iHS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.