Canon G11 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Below, we are comparing the Canon G11 versus Olympus TG-2 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is very well matched but the G11 (1/1.7") and TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The G11 was unveiled 4 years before the TG-2 iHS which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the G11 grades vs the TG-2 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G11 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Canon G11 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon G11 features exterior dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Olympus TG-2 iHS has specifications of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Canon G11 versus Olympus TG-2 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the G11 versus the TG-2 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G11 and TG-2 iHS is 83 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G11 and TG-2 iHS.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G11 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus TG-2 iHS will give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged G11 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.