Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Successor is Nikon AW110
(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
- Revealed June 2013

Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon AW100 and Olympus TG-2 iHS, both Waterproof cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the AW100 (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The AW100 was brought out 22 months earlier than the TG-2 iHS making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the AW100 grades vs the TG-2 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
AW100 | TG-2 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Nikon AW100
TG-2 iHS | AW100 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 22 months |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+150k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon AW100 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
AW100 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 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).
Look at the Nikon AW100 and Olympus TG-2 iHS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the AW100 and the TG-2 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and TG-2 iHS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the AW100 and TG-2 iHS.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon AW100 to provide greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged AW100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2013-06-28 |
Physical type | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 610 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 178 grams (0.39 lb) | 230 grams (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 350 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | Li-90B |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $299 | $380 |