Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic LF1

Following is a extensive comparison of the Olympus TG-6 and Panasonic LF1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is very well matched but the TG-6 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") have different sensor sizes.

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The TG-6 was brought out 5 years after the LF1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-6 grades against the LF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-6 has physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-6 and Panasonic LF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-6 and the LF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-6 and LF1 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and LF1.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The TG-6 uses the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult. The fresher TG-6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.