Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic ZS200

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic ZS200, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the ZS200 (20MP) is pretty close but the TG-4 (1/2.3") and ZS200 (1") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-4 was launched 3 years before the ZS200 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS200 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TG-4 scores versus the ZS200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 comes with exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS200 has measurements of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic ZS200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-4 vs the ZS200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and ZS200 is 90 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and ZS200.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TG-4 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic ZS200 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged TG-4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.