Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony A230

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony A230, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the A230 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-2 iHS was revealed 4 years after the A230 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the TG-2 iHS grades versus the A230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides external measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony A230 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony A230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the A230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and A230 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and A230.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TG-2 iHS having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Olympus TG-2 iHS will give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher TG-2 iHS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.