Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic GH4

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic GH4, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-2 iHS was introduced 7 months earlier than the GH4 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TG-2 iHS matches up against the GH4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS comes with outside dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic GH4 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic GH4 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the GH4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and GH4 is 91 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and GH4.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TG-2 iHS having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic GH4 will provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older TG-2 iHS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.