Fujifilm JZ100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2012
(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
- Launched June 2013
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Here is a detailed review of the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm JZ100 was unveiled 18 months earlier than the TG-2 iHS making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades against the TG-2 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm JZ100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
| Fujifilm JZ100 | TG-2 iHS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Fujifilm JZ100
| TG-2 iHS | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2013 | January 2012 | Fresher by 18 months | |
| Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
| Display resolution | 610k | 230k | Crisper display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
| Fujifilm JZ100 | TG-2 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm JZ100 features external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-2 iHS has specifications of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 and the TG-2 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and TG-2 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ100 and TG-2 iHS.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm JZ100 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JZ100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2013-06-28 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 610k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | OLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 129 grams (0.28 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 350 shots |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-45A | Li-90B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $190 | $380 |