Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Let's look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the XP120 (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The XP120 was introduced 3 years later than the TG-2 iHS and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm XP120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the XP120 matches up versus the TG-2 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP120 enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus TG-2 iHS has proportions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the XP120 against the TG-2 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the XP120 and TG-2 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the XP120 and TG-2 iHS.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP120 to provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern XP120 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.