Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FZ1000

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FZ1000, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and FZ1000 (20MP) and the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-820 iHS was introduced 3 years earlier than the FZ1000 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-820 iHS grades vs the FZ1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS enjoys exterior dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 has sizing of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FZ1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TG-820 iHS vs the FZ1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-820 iHS and FZ1000 is 92 and 55 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-820 iHS and FZ1000.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-820 iHS using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FZ1000 will deliver greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged TG-820 iHS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.