Nikon AW110 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Nikon AW110 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 193g - 110 x 65 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon AW100
- Updated by Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
Nikon AW110 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon AW110 and Olympus TG-2 iHS, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe AW110 was revealed at a similar time to the TG-2 iHS and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the AW110 scores vs the TG-2 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon AW110 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW110 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
AW110 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 614k | 610k | Crisper screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Nikon AW110
TG-2 iHS | AW110 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW110 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
AW110 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Released | July 2013 | June 2013 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon AW110 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon AW110 has got external dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus TG-2 iHS has sizing of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon AW110 and Olympus TG-2 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the AW110 against the TG-2 iHS.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW110 and TG-2 iHS is 92 and 91 respectively.
Nikon AW110 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The pic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW110 and TG-2 iHS.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon AW110 to provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively.
Nikon AW110 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon AW110 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW110 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW110 | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-07-05 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 614k dot | 610k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | OLED monitor | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 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 | 250 photos | 350 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | Li-90B |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $250 | $380 |