Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF2

Here is a in depth analysis of the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF2, former being 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 GF2 (12MP) is fairly similar but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The TG-1 iHS was announced 15 months later than the GF2 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TG-1 iHS matches up against the GF2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-1 iHS comes with outer dimensions 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 GF2 has specifications of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the GF2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and GF2 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and GF2.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS uses the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The younger TG-1 iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.