Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus SZ-12 and Olympus TG-630 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-12 was introduced 12 months prior to the TG-630 iHS and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the SZ-12 scores versus the TG-630 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 & Olympus TG-630 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-12 provides outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Olympus TG-630 iHS has measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-12 and Olympus TG-630 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-12 against the TG-630 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-12 and TG-630 iHS is 89 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The picture here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-12 and TG-630 iHS.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus SZ-12 to produce extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SZ-12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.