Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax K-r

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Pentax K-r, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is fairly well matched but the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-2 iHS was introduced 2 years after the K-r which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-2 iHS matches up versus the K-r when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Pentax K-r. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has external measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Pentax K-r has sizing of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the K-r.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and K-r is 91 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and K-r.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The TG-2 iHS features the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field harder. The newer TG-2 iHS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.