Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX50V
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched April 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony HX30V
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX50V Overview
Below is a complete assessment of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony HX50V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TG-2 iHS was launched 3 months later than the HX50V and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-2 iHS matches up versus the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX50V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Sony HX50V
TG-2 iHS | HX50V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
HX50V | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 610k | Clearer display (+311k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Sony HX50V
TG-2 iHS | HX50V | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | April 2013 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS features exterior measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the HX50V.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and HX50V is 91 and 89 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and HX50V.
Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX50V to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-06-28 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5184 x 2920 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 610k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | OLED | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) | 272 gr (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 400 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-90B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $380 | $439 |