Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic GX7

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic GX7, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is pretty close but the TG-4 (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-4 was released 18 months later than the GX7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TG-4 matches up versus the GX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-4 enjoys outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic GX7 has proportions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-4 and the GX7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and GX7 is 90 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and GX7.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The TG-4 includes the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF harder. The fresher TG-4 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.