Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic GX7

Below, we are matching up the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic GX7, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizing.

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The TG-2 iHS was revealed 4 months before the GX7 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the TG-2 iHS scores against the GX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS offers outside measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX7 has dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the GX7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and GX7 is 91 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and GX7.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-2 iHS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GX7 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively.