Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic S2

Below, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic S2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was released 18 months later than the S2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the TG-2 iHS grades vs the S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS features external dimensions 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 S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic S2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-2 iHS vs the S2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and S2 is 91 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and S2.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic S2 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer TG-2 iHS provides an advantage in sensor technology.