Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Below is a thorough review of the Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was brought out 17 months earlier than the TG-2 iHS making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SZ-12 scores versus the TG-2 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-12 & Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 comes with physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-2 iHS has proportions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-12 vs the TG-2 iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-12 and TG-2 iHS is 89 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-12 and TG-2 iHS.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-12 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older SZ-12 will be behind in sensor tech.