Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Launched January 2014
- Superseded the Fujifilm XP60
- Newer Model is Fujifilm XP80
(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
- Released June 2013

Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
Let's look closer at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was manufactured 7 months after the TG-2 iHS and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XP70 grades versus the TG-2 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
Fujifilm XP70 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | June 2013 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Fujifilm XP70
TG-2 iHS | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+150k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
Fujifilm XP70 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP70 has outside measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-2 iHS has specifications of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 and the TG-2 iHS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP70 and TG-2 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP70 and TG-2 iHS.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP70 to give you more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP70 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP70 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2013-06-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 610 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179 gr (0.39 lb) | 230 gr (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 210 images | 350 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45S | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $199 | $380 |