Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Olympus TG-5

Lets look closer at the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Olympus TG-5, both Waterproof digital cameras and they are both offered by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was brought out 4 years prior to the TG-5 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-2 iHS matches up versus the TG-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Olympus Tough TG-5. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS offers outside dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Olympus TG-5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-2 iHS vs the TG-5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and TG-5 is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and TG-5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos however you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged TG-2 iHS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.