Olympus TG-810 vs Panasonic G9

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-810 versus Panasonic G9, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the TG-810 (14MP) and G9 (20MP) and the TG-810 (1/2.3") and G9 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.

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The TG-810 was released 7 years prior to the G9 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-810 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TG-810 grades against the G9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-810 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-810 Gallery & Panasonic G9 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-810 has got external measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic G9 has proportions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") along with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-810 versus Panasonic G9 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-810 versus the G9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-810 and G9 is 92 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-810 and G9.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TG-810 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G9 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TG-810 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.