Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- Announced June 2013

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8100fd was introduced 5 years prior to the TG-2 iHS and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades versus the TG-2 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
Fujifilm S8100fd | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Fujifilm S8100fd
TG-2 iHS | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 54 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Olympus TG-2 iHS
Fujifilm S8100fd | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8100fd comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Olympus TG-2 iHS has specifications of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus TG-2 iHS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd and the TG-2 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and TG-2 iHS is 75 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8100fd and TG-2 iHS.
As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus TG-2 iHS to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2013-06-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 610k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405 gr (0.89 lb) | 230 gr (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $380 |