Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic S1R

Let's look more in depth at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic S1R, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and S1R (47MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and S1R (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-2 iHS was introduced 6 years prior to the S1R and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-2 iHS matches up versus the S1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Panasonic S1R Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has outside measurements 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 Panasonic S1R has sizing of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic S1R in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the S1R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and S1R is 91 and 54 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and S1R.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-2 iHS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic S1R will result in extra detail using its extra 35MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older TG-2 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.