Fujifilm XP130 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

The following is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm XP130 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and TG-1 iHS (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP130 was revealed 5 years after the TG-1 iHS which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP130 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm XP130 grades against the TG-1 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP130 features physical dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 and the TG-1 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP130 and TG-1 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP130 and TG-1 iHS.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP130 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP130 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.