Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS1

Here is a thorough review of the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic ZS1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") offer totally different sensor size.

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The TG-1 iHS was revealed 3 years later than the ZS1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-1 iHS matches up against the ZS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS offers outside dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the ZS1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and ZS1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and ZS1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus TG-1 iHS will offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TG-1 iHS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.