Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.