Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic ZS8

Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic ZS8, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was introduced 18 months later than the ZS8 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-630 iHS scores vs the ZS8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers outer 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 ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the ZS8.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and ZS8 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS8 to show more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher TG-630 iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.