Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced February 2013
- Alternate Name is Wi-Fi
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TG-2 iHS was revealed 5 months later than the Galaxy Camera which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TG-2 iHS grades versus the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
TG-2 iHS | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
Galaxy Camera | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 610k | Sharper screen (+312k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera
TG-2 iHS | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | February 2013 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS comes with physical dimensions 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the Galaxy Camera.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and Galaxy Camera is 91 and 90 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and Galaxy Camera.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also called as | - | Wi-Fi |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-06-28 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 610 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | OLED | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Li-90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $380 | $450 |