Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Olympus. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-4 (16MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the TG-4 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-4 was launched 4 years after the XZ-1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the TG-4 scores against the XZ-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Olympus XZ-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 features outside dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-1 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-4 and the XZ-1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and XZ-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-4 and XZ-1.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-4 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Olympus TG-4 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer TG-4 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.