Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic ZS7

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic ZS7, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was released 18 months after the ZS7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TG-630 iHS grades against the ZS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic ZS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-630 iHS versus the ZS7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and ZS7 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-630 iHS and ZS7.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-630 iHS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.