Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX30V

Below is a extensive analysis of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony HX30V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was brought out 17 months later than the HX30V making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the TG-2 iHS scores vs the HX30V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony HX30V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the HX30V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and HX30V is 91 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and HX30V.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX30V to offer you more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern TG-2 iHS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.