Canon D20 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Here is a extended overview of the Canon D20 and Olympus TG-2 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The D20 was announced around the same time to the TG-2 iHS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the D20 scores versus the TG-2 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon D20 enjoys external dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus TG-2 iHS has specifications of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

See the Canon D20 and Olympus TG-2 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the D20 versus the TG-2 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and TG-2 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D20 and TG-2 iHS.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you need to take the production date of the products into consideration.