Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-630 iHS was revealed 12 months after the WG-2 GPS and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-630 iHS scores versus the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
TG-630 iHS | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
WG-2 GPS | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax WG-2 GPS
TG-630 iHS | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers outer measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the WG-2 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and WG-2 GPS is 94 and 91 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The image below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and WG-2 GPS.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Pentax WG-2 GPS to produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent TG-630 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 198 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 260 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $200 | $300 |