Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-2
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Released February 2012
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-2, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe TG-2 iHS was revealed 17 months later than the WG-2 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the WG-2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Pentax WG-2
TG-2 iHS | WG-2 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | February 2012 | Fresher by 17 months | |
Display resolution | 610k | 460k | Crisper display (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
WG-2 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Pentax WG-2
TG-2 iHS | WG-2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS features outer 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 WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the WG-2.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and WG-2 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and WG-2.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-2 to give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent TG-2 iHS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-06-28 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 610k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | OLED | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 230g (0.51 lb) | 192g (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | 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 | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $380 | $350 |