Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS50

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic ZS50, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was released 3 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TG-1 iHS grades versus the ZS50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has got outer dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic ZS50 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-1 iHS versus the ZS50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and ZS50 is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The visual below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and ZS50.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older TG-1 iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.