Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FZ100

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FZ100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was manufactured 4 years later than the FZ100 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TG-4 matches up versus the FZ100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 has got outer 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 FZ100 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-4 vs the FZ100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and FZ100 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and FZ100.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-4 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher TG-4 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.