Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic SZ7

Below is a in depth overview of the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic SZ7, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was launched 13 months later than the SZ7 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TG-630 iHS matches up vs the SZ7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic SZ7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the SZ7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and SZ7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and SZ7.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ7 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern TG-630 iHS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.