Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic FZ35

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic FZ35, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was manufactured 23 months after the FZ35 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-1 iHS grades vs the FZ35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys 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) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has sizing of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic FZ35 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the FZ35.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and FZ35 is 91 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and FZ35.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images however you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern TG-1 iHS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.