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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
42
Overall
38
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS front
 
Pentax Optio I-10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 Key Specs

Olympus TG-2 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
  • Announced June 2013
Pentax I-10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2010
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Pentax I-10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was brought out 3 years later than the I-10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-2 iHS grades vs the I-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Pentax I-10

 TG-2 iHS I-10 
RevealedJune 2013January 2010More recent by 42 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution610k230kClearer display (+380k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS

 I-10 TG-2 iHS 
Manual focus More accurate focusing

Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Pentax I-10

 TG-2 iHS I-10 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has got exterior 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 Pentax I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the TG-2 iHS vs the I-10.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and I-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and I-10.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos however you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-2 iHS will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS Portrait photography advice
Pentax I-10 Portrait photography advice
27
comes with face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
27
manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS Street photography factors
Pentax I-10 Street photography factors
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS Sports photography factors
Pentax I-10 Sports photography factors
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking focus
weather sealing
great battery power (350 CIPA)
max frames per second very slow (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
31
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS Travel photography factors
Pentax I-10 Travel photography factors
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great battery power (350 shots)
weather sealing
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
no Timelapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
57
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS Landscape photography info
Pentax I-10 Landscape photography info
46
fairly wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
great battery power (350 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Timelapse mode
36
manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS Vlogging factors
Pentax I-10 Vlogging factors
36
fairly wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no microphone socket
28
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone port
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax I-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-2 iHS and Pentax I-10
 Olympus Tough TG-2 iHSPentax Optio I-10
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Pentax
Model type Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS Pentax Optio I-10
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2013-06-28 2010-01-25
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Prime
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3968 x 2976 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 610k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech OLED -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 5.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 230 grams (0.51 pounds) 153 grams (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 pictures -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID Li-90B D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $380 $310