Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was brought out 5 years earlier than the TG-630 iHS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FE-45 grades versus the TG-630 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-45 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-45 comes with physical dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-630 iHS has proportions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-45 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FE-45 versus the TG-630 iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-45 and TG-630 iHS is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-45 and TG-630 iHS.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-630 iHS to provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged FE-45 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.