Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony A700

Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony A700, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the A700 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The TG-2 iHS was revealed 5 years after the A700 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TG-2 iHS grades against the A700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS comes with 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) while the Sony A700 has measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony A700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the A700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and A700 is 91 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and A700.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The TG-2 iHS uses the smaller sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field more challenging. The more recent TG-2 iHS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.