Olympus TG-810 vs Panasonic TS2

Here is a thorough overview of the Olympus TG-810 vs Panasonic TS2, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-810 was announced 19 months later than the TS2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-810 grades vs the TS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-810 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-810 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-810 has outer dimensions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-810 vs Panasonic TS2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-810 and the TS2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-810 and TS2 is 92 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-810 and TS2.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you should really take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer TG-810 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.