Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax X70

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax X70, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was released 4 years later than the X70 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TG-2 iHS scores against the X70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Pentax X70. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has external measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Pentax X70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the X70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and X70 is 91 and 71 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and X70.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer TG-2 iHS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.