Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS40

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.