Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic FS15

Let's look closer at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic FS15, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was revealed 3 years later than the FS15 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS grades against the FS15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has outside measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the FS15.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and FS15 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and FS15.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern TG-1 iHS provides an edge in sensor tech.