Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS35
- Updated by Panasonic ZS45
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TG-1 iHS was manufactured 20 months before the ZS40 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TG-1 iHS scores vs the ZS40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Panasonic ZS40
TG-1 iHS | ZS40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
ZS40 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | May 2012 | More recent by 20 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 610k | Crisper screen (+310k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic ZS40
TG-1 iHS | ZS40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS offers exterior 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 ZS40 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the ZS40.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and ZS40 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and ZS40.
As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to provide extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older TG-1 iHS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-05-08 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 610k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lbs) | 240g (0.53 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 300 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $399 | $450 |