Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sigma fp

Following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sigma fp, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-2 iHS was revealed 7 years prior to the fp which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TG-2 iHS scores versus the fp with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Sigma fp. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS comes with outside dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sigma fp in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the TG-2 iHS vs the fp.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and fp is 91 and 84 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and fp.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TG-2 iHS using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sigma fp will result in greater detail because of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TG-2 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.