Olympus TG-810 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Its time to look closer at the Olympus TG-810 versus Olympus TG-2 iHS, both Waterproof cameras and both are produced by Olympus. The resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-810 was brought out 22 months prior to the TG-2 iHS which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TG-810 matches up versus the TG-2 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-810 and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-810 Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-810 has got physical measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-2 iHS has dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-810 versus Olympus TG-2 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-810 versus the TG-2 iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-810 and TG-2 iHS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-810 and TG-2 iHS.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus TG-810 to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older TG-810 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.