Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Olympus VH-515
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Olympus VH-515 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2012

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Olympus VH-515 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Olympus VH-515, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Olympus. The image resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 3 months prior to the VH-515 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS matches up versus the VH-515 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Olympus VH-515 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Olympus VH-515. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Olympus VH-515
TG-1 iHS | VH-515 | |||
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Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
VH-515 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Olympus VH-515
TG-1 iHS | VH-515 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Olympus VH-515 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-1 iHS comes with outside dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus VH-515 has specifications of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Olympus VH-515 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-1 iHS versus the VH-515.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and VH-515 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Olympus VH-515 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and VH-515.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you should really take the release date of the products into consideration.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Olympus VH-515 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Olympus VH-515 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Olympus VH-515 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Olympus VH-515 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-05-08 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 610 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) | 152 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI90B | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $399 | $648 |