Canon SX700 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX700 HS and Olympus TG-2 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was unveiled 8 months later than the TG-2 iHS and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX700 HS matches up against the TG-2 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX700 HS comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Olympus TG-2 iHS has proportions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX700 HS against the TG-2 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and TG-2 iHS is 89 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and TG-2 iHS.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon SX700 HS to resolve greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer SX700 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.