Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was unveiled 4 years before the TG-2 iHS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the FE-4030 grades against the TG-2 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4030 provides outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 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 Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FE-4030 versus the TG-2 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and TG-2 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and TG-2 iHS.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus FE-4030 to give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older FE-4030 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.