Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic GX7

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic GX7, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

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The TG-630 iHS was introduced 10 months before the GX7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TG-630 iHS matches up versus the GX7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS enjoys exterior measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic GX7 has measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the TG-630 iHS against the GX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and GX7 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and GX7.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-630 iHS having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GX7 will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-630 iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.