Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic LF1

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Panasonic LF1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-820 iHS was unveiled 21 months prior to the LF1 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-820 iHS grades versus the LF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS provides physical 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) while the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the LF1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and LF1 is 92 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and LF1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The TG-820 iHS provides the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh harder. The more aged TG-820 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.