Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FP2

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-4 versus Panasonic FP2, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was manufactured 5 years after the FP2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-4 grades versus the FP2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-4 offers physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-4 versus Panasonic FP2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-4 and the FP2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and FP2 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-4 and FP2.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-4 to show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-4 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.