Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic G2

Below, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Panasonic G2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-2 iHS was announced 3 years later than the G2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TG-2 iHS grades against the G2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has got 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) while the Panasonic G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the G2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and G2 is 91 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and G2.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor measurements. The TG-2 iHS uses the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh trickier. The more modern TG-2 iHS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.