Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic ZS70

Here, we are comparing the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Panasonic ZS70, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was unveiled 4 years before the ZS70 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TG-2 iHS matches up against the ZS70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides outside dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS70 has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the ZS70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and ZS70 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and ZS70.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to render extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-2 iHS will be behind in sensor innovation.