Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was introduced 8 months prior to the ZS30 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TG-1 iHS grades vs the ZS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has physical 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 ZS30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the ZS30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and ZS30 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and ZS30.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS30 to give you extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.