Olympus 1s vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus 1s versus Olympus TG-2 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Olympus. The resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is relatively close but the 1s (1/1.7") and TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1s was released 22 months later than the TG-2 iHS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 1s scores vs the TG-2 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1s and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 1s Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 1s has physical measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-2 iHS has sizing of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 1s versus Olympus TG-2 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 1s vs the TG-2 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1s and TG-2 iHS is 79 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1s and TG-2 iHS.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The 1s features the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The more modern 1s will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.