Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX100 II
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX100 II 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
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Launched June 2013
- Replaced the Sony RX100
- Renewed by Sony RX100 III
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Sony RX100 II, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") boast totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TG-1 iHS was revealed 13 months earlier than the RX100 II making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TG-1 iHS grades versus the RX100 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Sony RX100 II
TG-1 iHS | RX100 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
RX100 II | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | May 2012 | More modern by 13 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 610k | Clearer display (+619k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Sony RX100 II
TG-1 iHS | RX100 II | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS offers 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 Sony RX100 II has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Sony RX100 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the RX100 II.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and RX100 II is 91 and 89 respectively.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and RX100 II.
All in all, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-1 iHS having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX100 II will provide greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Type | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-05-08 | 2013-06-27 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 610 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) | 281 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 350 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI90B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $399 | $598 |