Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GF7

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic GF7, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-1 iHS was brought out 3 years earlier than the GF7 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TG-1 iHS matches up against the GF7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS comes with outside dimensions 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 GF7 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic GF7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the GF7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and GF7 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and GF7.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-1 iHS featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic GF7 will deliver greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.