Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic ZS1

The following is a extensive analysis of the Olympus TG-4 versus Panasonic ZS1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the TG-4 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the TG-4 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") feature different sensor sizing.

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The TG-4 was unveiled 6 years after the ZS1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TG-4 matches up vs the ZS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 features 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 ZS1 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-4 compared to the ZS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and ZS1 is 90 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and ZS1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TG-4 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus TG-4 will provide more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern TG-4 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.