Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS7

Below is a comprehensive review of the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS7, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is very well matched but the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") offer different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The TG-2 iHS was revealed 4 years later than the FS7 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-2 iHS scores vs the FS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic FS7 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the FS7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and FS7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and FS7.

Clearly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TG-2 iHS with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus TG-2 iHS will give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The younger TG-2 iHS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.