Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Introduced October 2009
- Updated by Panasonic GF2

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is fairly similar but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

The TG-1 iHS was released 2 years after the GF1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TG-1 iHS scores versus the GF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Panasonic GF1
TG-1 iHS | GF1 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | October 2009 | Newer by 32 months |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
GF1 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic GF1
TG-1 iHS | GF1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has outer 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) while the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the GF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and GF1 is 91 and 85 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and GF1.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The TG-1 iHS offers the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF trickier. The fresher TG-1 iHS provides an edge in sensor technology.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF1 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-05-08 | 2009-10-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 610 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 pounds) | 385g (0.85 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 513 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 380 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $399 | $400 |