Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S2

In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic S2, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was revealed 13 months after the S2 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-630 iHS matches up versus the S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers exterior measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the S2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and S2 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and S2.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic S2 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent TG-630 iHS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.