Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FZ35

Here is a detailed assessment of the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic FZ35, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was announced 20 months later than the FZ35 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TG-820 iHS grades versus the FZ35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic FZ35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-820 iHS and the FZ35.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and FZ35 is 92 and 72 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-820 iHS and FZ35.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-820 iHS provides an edge in sensor technology.