Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 251g - 108 x 71 x 44mm
- Announced August 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX160 IS
(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

Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX170 IS was launched 2 months after the TG-2 iHS so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX170 IS matches up against the TG-2 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
SX170 IS | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Canon SX170 IS
TG-2 iHS | SX170 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS
SX170 IS | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX170 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Olympus TG-2 iHS has sizing of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
See the Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX170 IS versus the TG-2 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and TG-2 iHS is 88 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX170 IS and TG-2 iHS.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX170 IS to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.

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Canon SX170 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-08-22 | 2013-06-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 610k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 251 gr (0.55 lb) | 230 gr (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 shots | 350 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $380 |