Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic GH1

On this page, we are matching up the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic GH1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is very similar but the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The TG-820 iHS was brought out 2 years after the GH1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-820 iHS scores against the GH1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-820 iHS provides external measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH1 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic GH1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the GH1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and GH1 is 92 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and GH1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same resolution but different sensor sizes. The TG-820 iHS offers the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow DOF tougher. The more modern TG-820 iHS should have a benefit in sensor tech.