Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013

Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-S7 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the TG-2 iHS and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-S7 scores vs the TG-2 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
EX-S7 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Casio EX-S7
TG-2 iHS | EX-S7 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 40 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
EX-S7 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S7 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Olympus TG-2 iHS has dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S7 against the TG-2 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S7 and TG-2 iHS is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S7 and TG-2 iHS.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of images although you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older EX-S7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-21 | 2013-06-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 610 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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 | - | 350 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $140 | $380 |