Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Olympus VR-340

Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Olympus VR-340, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and VR-340 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was manufactured 18 months after the VR-340 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-2 iHS grades versus the VR-340 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Olympus VR-340. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides exterior measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus VR-340 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Olympus VR-340 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-2 iHS vs the VR-340.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and VR-340 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and VR-340.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus VR-340 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger TG-2 iHS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.