Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FZ1000

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic FZ1000, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is very well matched but the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-830 iHS was released 17 months earlier than the FZ1000 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the TG-830 iHS matches up vs the FZ1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-830 iHS features outer measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ1000 has proportions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic FZ1000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the FZ1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and FZ1000 is 91 and 55 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and FZ1000.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-830 iHS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Panasonic FZ1000 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged TG-830 iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.