Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Olympus XZ-1

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Olympus XZ-1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is very similar but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-1 iHS was launched 16 months after the XZ-1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the TG-1 iHS scores versus the XZ-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Olympus XZ-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has got physical measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-1 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Olympus XZ-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the XZ-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and XZ-1 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and XZ-1.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TG-1 iHS due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Olympus TG-1 iHS will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger TG-1 iHS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.