Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR1

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic ZR1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was manufactured 2 years after the ZR1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TG-820 iHS grades vs the ZR1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-820 iHS comes with physical measurements 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 ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic ZR1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-820 iHS vs the ZR1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and ZR1 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and ZR1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent TG-820 iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.