Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZS7

The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic ZS7, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was brought out 7 months after the ZS7 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TG-820 iHS matches up against the ZS7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS enjoys physical measurements 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 ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-820 iHS versus the ZS7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-820 iHS and ZS7 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and ZS7.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of files however you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer TG-820 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.