PixPro WPZ2vs OM System TG-7
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PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
Starting from £100 new
Best for Water sports, beach holidays & outdoor adventures on a budget
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OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Water Sports, Beach Holidays & Outdoor Adventures On A Budget — PixPro WPZ2 (2021): A practical, affordable waterproof camera for those who want a traditional zoom compact rather than a GoPro-style action camera.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Who should buy what
PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
- Snorkellers and divers who want a traditional zoom compact underwater
- Holiday photographers who want one rugged camera for beach and travel
- Buyers who want waterproofing deeper than GoPro without a housing
- Budget-conscious adventurers who don't need 4K video
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- Divers and snorkellers who need a waterproof camera without a housing
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who want a rugged pocket compact
- Parents who want an indestructible camera for children and family adventures
- Travellers who want a tough backup camera that can go anywhere
Quick take: The pixpro wpz2 has the highest resolution at 16mp; the pixpro wpz2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PixPro WPZ2 (2021) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £100 | £449 |
| Sensor | 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.0MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 1080p/30fps, 720p/60fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | TTL contrast-detect autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | Digital image stabilisation | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 3fps | 20fps |
| Battery Life | ~200 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~194g | 253g |
| Dimensions | 115 × 66 × 32mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None — 3.0" LCD screen only | None |
| Screen | 3.0" LCD | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Standard 1/4" tripod thread | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | microSD up to 512GB | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PixPro WPZ2 | OM System TG-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Underwater | ||
| Adventure & Sports | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Adventure & Outdoor | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | — |
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