Olympus TG-810 vs Panasonic FX78

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-810 and Panasonic FX78, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-810 was unveiled 7 months after the FX78 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-810 matches up versus the FX78 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-810 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-810 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-810 has got outside measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-810 and Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-810 against the FX78.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-810 and FX78 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-810 and FX78.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-810 to show more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern TG-810 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.