Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic G100

Lets look closer at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic G100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and G100 (20MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and G100 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.

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The TG-1 iHS was brought out 9 years earlier than the G100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-1 iHS grades against the G100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has got outer dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G100 has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic G100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the G100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and G100 is 91 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and G100.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TG-1 iHS because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic G100 will deliver greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older TG-1 iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.