Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sigma Quattro H

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sigma Quattro H, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and Quattro H (APS-H) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-2 iHS was manufactured 3 years before the Quattro H which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the Quattro H with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides physical measurements 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 Quattro H has proportions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sigma Quattro H in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the Quattro H.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and Quattro H is 91 and 78 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and Quattro H.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TG-2 iHS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sigma Quattro H will deliver greater detail due to its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged TG-2 iHS is going to be behind in sensor tech.