Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was announced 11 months after the Galaxy Camera 3G so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TG-2 iHS grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS comes with exterior 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 Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to resolve more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern TG-2 iHS will have an advantage in sensor technology.