Olympus TG-870 vs Panasonic FH2

Lets look closer at the Olympus TG-870 versus Panasonic FH2, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was revealed 5 years later than the FH2 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TG-870 scores vs the FH2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-870 enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-870 versus Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the TG-870 and the FH2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-870 and FH2 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-870 and FH2.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-870 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent TG-870 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.