Olympus E-PL2 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus E-PL2 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. The resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively well matched but the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL2 was brought out 15 months prior to the TG-1 iHS which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-PL2 grades vs the TG-1 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL2 comes with exterior dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PL2 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the E-PL2 and the TG-1 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and TG-1 iHS is 85 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL2 and TG-1 iHS.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor sizes. The E-PL2 provides the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged E-PL2 is going to be behind in sensor tech.