Olympus TG-860 vs Panasonic FH2

Here, we are looking at the Olympus TG-860 and Panasonic FH2, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was launched 4 years after the FH2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-860 grades vs the FH2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-860 has got external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the TG-860 versus the FH2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-860 and FH2 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-860 and FH2.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-860 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent TG-860 provides an edge in sensor tech.