Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic G85

Following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic G85, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and G85 (16MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and G85 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The TG-1 iHS was released 5 years prior to the G85 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-1 iHS scores versus the G85 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Panasonic G85 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys physical dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic G85 has proportions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic G85 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the G85.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and G85 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and G85.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-1 iHS because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic G85 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS will be behind in sensor technology.