Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX10
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-72mm (F1.4-2.8) lens
- 310g - 106 x 60 x 42mm
- Introduced September 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-LX15
- Superseded the Panasonic LX7

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX10 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic LX10, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") possess totally different sensor size.

The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 5 years prior to the LX10 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the TG-1 iHS grades against the LX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic LX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Panasonic LX10
TG-1 iHS | LX10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX10 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
LX10 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 53 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 610k | Sharper display (+430k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic LX10
TG-1 iHS | LX10 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX10 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-1 iHS features external 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 LX10 has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic LX10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-1 iHS versus the LX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and LX10 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and LX10.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will result in greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The older TG-1 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX10 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-LX15 |
Type | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-05-08 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-72mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/1.4-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 610k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.10 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto w/ red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MP4, H.264, AAC |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lb) | 310 grams (0.68 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 106 x 60 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 20 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 260 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 sec (3 shots)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $399 | $700 |