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").

Photography Glossary

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).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

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.