Olympus TG-870 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Here, we are looking at the Olympus TG-870 and Olympus TG-2 iHS, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Olympus. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the TG-870 (16MP) and TG-2 iHS (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was brought out 2 years later than the TG-2 iHS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TG-870 scores versus the TG-2 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-870 offers exterior dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-2 iHS has sizing of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-870 and Olympus TG-2 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-870 versus the TG-2 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TG-870 and TG-2 iHS is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-870 and TG-2 iHS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-870 to show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TG-870 will have a benefit in sensor technology.