Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic ZS35

Lets take a closer look at the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic ZS35, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was unveiled 16 months after the ZS35 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TG-4 grades against the ZS35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-4 provides outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-4 compared to the ZS35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and ZS35 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and ZS35.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-4 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.