Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony H300

Lets look more closely at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony H300, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and H300 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TG-2 iHS was released 7 months prior to the H300 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the TG-2 iHS matches up versus the H300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS offers outer dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony H300 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony H300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the H300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and H300 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and H300.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony H300 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged TG-2 iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.