Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS7

Below, we are matching up the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic ZS7, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was announced 10 months later than the ZS7 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the TG-1 iHS matches up vs the ZS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-1 iHS provides outside measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the TG-1 iHS against the ZS7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and ZS7 is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The visual below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and ZS7.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-1 iHS should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.