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Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
37
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS front
 
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS front
Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
42
Overall
38

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs

Canon A3400 IS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Released February 2012
Olympus TG-2 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
  • Released June 2013
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Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon A3400 IS versus Olympus TG-2 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the A3400 IS (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was released 16 months earlier than the TG-2 iHS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the A3400 IS matches up against the TG-2 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Olympus TG-2 iHS

 A3400 IS TG-2 iHS 
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Canon A3400 IS

 TG-2 iHS A3400 IS 
ReleasedJune 2013February 2012Fresher by 16 months
Screen resolution610k230kCrisper screen (+380k dot)

Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS

 A3400 IS TG-2 iHS 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3400 IS has got outside dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-2 iHS has dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Canon A3400 IS versus Olympus TG-2 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the A3400 IS against the TG-2 iHS.

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3400 IS and TG-2 iHS is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS top view buttons comparison

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3400 IS and TG-2 iHS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon A3400 IS to give greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older A3400 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS sensor size comparison

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Portrait photography features
Olympus TG-2 iHS Portrait photography features
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resolution is good (16MP)
supports face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
27
has face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon A3400 IS
Street photography with Olympus TG-2 iHS
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch focus
lighter than competition (126g)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Sports photography features
Olympus TG-2 iHS Sports photography features
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (180 CIPA)
lacks phase detect autofocus
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking focus
environment proof
great battery life (350 per charge)
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Travel photography features
Olympus TG-2 iHS Travel photography features
68
lighter than competition (126g)
supports touch focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
not so great battery life (180 per charge)
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
68
great battery life (350 CIPA)
environment proof
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Landscape photography features
Olympus TG-2 iHS Landscape photography features
41
quite wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
not so great battery life (180 shots)
no Timelapse function
46
reasonably wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
great battery life (350 per charge)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Vlogging factors
Olympus TG-2 iHS Vlogging factors
34
quite wide (28mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
lighter than competition (126g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone socket
36
reasonably wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone socket
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Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3400 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS
 Canon PowerShot A3400 ISOlympus Tough TG-2 iHS
General Information
Brand Name Canon Olympus
Model type Canon PowerShot A3400 IS Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2012-02-07 2013-06-28
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 3968 x 2976
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 610k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - OLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126 gr (0.28 lbs) 230 gr (0.51 lbs)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 photos 350 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-11L Li-90B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $230 $380