Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung GX-1S

Following is a extensive comparison of the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung GX-1S, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The TG-2 iHS was brought out 7 years after the GX-1S which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TG-2 iHS scores versus the GX-1S with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides 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 Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-2 iHS vs the GX-1S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and GX-1S is 91 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and GX-1S.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-2 iHS due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Olympus TG-2 iHS will provide greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer TG-2 iHS should have an edge in sensor tech.