Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic ZR1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic ZR1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was brought out 3 years later than the ZR1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TG-830 iHS matches up versus the ZR1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has physical measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic ZR1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-830 iHS against the ZR1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and ZR1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and ZR1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to provide you with more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern TG-830 iHS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.