Canon S200 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon S200 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S200 (1/1.7") and TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The S200 was released 22 months after the TG-1 iHS which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the S200 matches up versus the TG-1 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S200 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S200 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon S200 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S200 vs the TG-1 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and TG-1 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S200 and TG-1 iHS.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S200 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus TG-1 iHS will give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern S200 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.