Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax K100D S

Below, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Pentax K100D S, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 4 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TG-1 iHS matches up against the K100D S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Pentax K100D Super. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has got exterior measurements 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 Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Pentax K100D S in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the K100D S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and K100D S is 91 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and K100D S.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Olympus TG-1 iHS will result in more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer TG-1 iHS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.