Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung HZ10W
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung HZ10W 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB500

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung HZ10W, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TG-2 iHS was revealed 4 years after the HZ10W which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TG-2 iHS matches up versus the HZ10W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Samsung HZ10W
TG-2 iHS | HZ10W | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 51 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
HZ10W | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung HZ10W
TG-2 iHS | HZ10W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check out the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung HZ10W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-2 iHS vs the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and HZ10W is 91 and 90 respectively.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and HZ10W.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-2 iHS to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern TG-2 iHS will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung HZ10W |
Also called as | - | WB500 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-06-28 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2432 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 610k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lb) | 249 grams (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Li-90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $380 | $300 |