Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic LX10

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic LX10, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-2 iHS was revealed 4 years earlier than the LX10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TG-2 iHS grades against the LX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides external measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic LX10 has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic LX10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the LX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and LX10 is 91 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and LX10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-2 iHS with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will give greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older TG-2 iHS is going to be behind in sensor tech.