Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax K-1

Below is a extended analysis of the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax K-1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and K-1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-2 iHS was brought out 3 years prior to the K-1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the TG-2 iHS scores against the K-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Pentax K-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Pentax K-1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS features exterior measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax K-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the K-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and K-1 is 91 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The graphic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and K-1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TG-2 iHS because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-1 will render extra detail having its extra 24MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older TG-2 iHS will be behind in sensor technology.