Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FZ1000

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic FZ1000, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and FZ1000 (20MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") possess different sensor sizing.

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The TG-2 iHS was introduced 11 months prior to the FZ1000 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the FZ1000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-2 iHS features external dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 has specifications of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic FZ1000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the FZ1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and FZ1000 is 91 and 55 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The pic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and FZ1000.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TG-2 iHS having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FZ1000 will render more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TG-2 iHS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.