Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FH20

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-4 and Panasonic FH20, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was manufactured 5 years after the FH20 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the TG-4 matches up versus the FH20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-4 provides outer measurements 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 FH20 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-4 and Panasonic FH20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-4 vs the FH20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and FH20 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and FH20.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-4 to give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-4 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.