Canon SX150 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

The following is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX150 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was manufactured 13 months earlier than the TG-2 iHS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX150 IS grades versus the TG-2 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS has got exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX150 IS versus the TG-2 iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and TG-2 iHS is 86 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and TG-2 iHS.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX150 IS to deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.