Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax Q10
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
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- 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
- Released June 2013
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Pentax Q10, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TG-2 iHS was revealed 10 months later than the Q10 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TG-2 iHS scores versus the Q10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Pentax Q10. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Pentax Q10
TG-2 iHS | Q10 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | September 2012 | More recent by 10 months | |
Display resolution | 610k | 460k | Sharper display (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
Q10 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Pentax Q10
TG-2 iHS | Q10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has outer 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) while the Pentax Q10 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Pentax Q10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the Q10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and Q10 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and Q10.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer TG-2 iHS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Pentax Q10 |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-06-28 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 610 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | OLED | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lb) | 200 gr (0.44 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 270 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-90B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $380 | $350 |