Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Other Name is ES55

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung SL102, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TG-2 iHS was announced 4 years later than the SL102 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TG-2 iHS scores vs the SL102 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Samsung SL102
TG-2 iHS | SL102 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 55 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
SL102 | TG-2 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung SL102
TG-2 iHS | SL102 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has got external dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung SL102 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the SL102.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and SL102 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and SL102.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-2 iHS to provide you with more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer TG-2 iHS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung SL102 |
Also called | - | ES55 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-28 | 2009-01-08 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 610k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 gr (0.51 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Li-90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $380 | $130 |