Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sigma DP1

On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sigma DP1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The TG-2 iHS was launched 5 years after the DP1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-2 iHS grades versus the DP1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sigma DP1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS features physical 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 Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sigma DP1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the DP1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and DP1 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and DP1.

As you can see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-2 iHS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus TG-2 iHS will give you more detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher TG-2 iHS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.