Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax WG-2

Its time to look much closer at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Pentax WG-2, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was launched 4 months after the WG-2 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TG-1 iHS matches up vs the WG-2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS offers outside measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Pentax WG-2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the TG-1 iHS against the WG-2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and WG-2 is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and WG-2.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-2 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively.