Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung DV300F

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung DV300F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was released 19 months later than the DV300F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the DV300F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides outside dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the DV300F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and DV300F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and DV300F.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung DV300F to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger TG-2 iHS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.