Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FX75

Below is a extended overview of the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic FX75, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was manufactured 3 years later than the FX75 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the TG-2 iHS matches up versus the FX75 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has got physical 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 Panasonic FX75 has specifications of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic FX75 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the FX75.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and FX75 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and FX75.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FX75 to render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher TG-2 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.