Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic FZ47

Below, we are looking at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic FZ47, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was revealed 10 months later than the FZ47 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-1 iHS scores vs the FZ47 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you should think about 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") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ47 has specifications of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic FZ47 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the FZ47.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and FZ47 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and FZ47.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer TG-1 iHS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.