Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic GH4

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic GH4, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the GH4 (16MP) is relatively close but the TG-4 (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The TG-4 was manufactured 15 months later than the GH4 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-4 scores against the GH4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 enjoys physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH4 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic GH4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-4 versus the GH4.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and GH4 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and GH4.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The TG-4 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF tougher. The younger TG-4 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.