Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic FX78

The following is a thorough overview of the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic FX78, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was announced 16 months after the FX78 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TG-1 iHS grades versus the FX78 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS comes with external dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the FX78.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and FX78 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and FX78.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer TG-1 iHS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.