Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax RZ18

Below is a in depth comparison of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Pentax RZ18, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was manufactured 22 months later than the RZ18 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-2 iHS grades versus the RZ18 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS comes with outside 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) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Pentax RZ18 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the RZ18.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and RZ18 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and RZ18.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax RZ18 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger TG-2 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.