Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic TS6

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was released 18 months earlier than the TS6 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TG-2 iHS matches up against the TS6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic TS6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the TS6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and TS6 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and TS6.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS6 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-2 iHS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.