Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX100 II

Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic LX100 II, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and LX100 II (17MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and LX100 II (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-1 iHS was launched 7 years prior to the LX100 II and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS grades versus the LX100 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS provides exterior measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 II has proportions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic LX100 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-1 iHS versus the LX100 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and LX100 II is 91 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and LX100 II.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic LX100 II will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older TG-1 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.