Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GH4

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic GH4, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The TG-1 iHS was brought out 21 months prior to the GH4 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the TG-1 iHS matches up vs the GH4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS provides external measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic GH4 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic GH4 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the GH4.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and GH4 is 91 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and GH4.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-1 iHS because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic GH4 will resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.