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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
42
Overall
38
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 front
Portability
91
Imaging
44
Features
60
Overall
50

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 Key Specs

Olympus TG-2 iHS
(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
  • Announced June 2013
Sony HX80
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
  • 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
  • Launched March 2016
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 Overview

Following is a detailed review of the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was introduced 3 years prior to the HX80 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TG-2 iHS scores against the HX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Sony HX80

 TG-2 iHS HX80 

Reasons to pick Sony HX80 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS

 HX80 TG-2 iHS 
LaunchedMarch 2016June 2013More modern by 32 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution921k610kSharper screen (+311k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Sony HX80

 TG-2 iHS HX80 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen size3"3"Same screen dimensions
Touch screen No Touch screen

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS enjoys exterior 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 HX80 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the HX80.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and HX80 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and HX80.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX80 to render more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-2 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Olympus TG-2 iHS
Portrait photography with Sony HX80
27
includes face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
39
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
offers face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS as a Street photography camera
Sony HX80 as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
70
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (245 grams)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS Sports photography info
Sony HX80 Sports photography info
40
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
great battery power (350 per charge)
slow fps (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
57
great zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
great battery power (390 shots)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus TG-2 iHS
Travel photography with Sony HX80
68
great battery power (350 CIPA)
environment proof
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
no Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
76
great battery power (390 per charge)
lighter than competition in class (245 grams)
decent megapixels (18MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
reasonably wide (24mm)
long reach (720mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS Landscape photography highlights
Sony HX80 Landscape photography highlights
46
really wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
great battery power (350 shots)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Timelapse mode
49
reasonably wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
great battery power (390 CIPA)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-2 iHS Vlogging highlights
Sony HX80 Vlogging highlights
36
really wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no microphone jack
75
reasonably wide (24mm)
selfie friendly screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (245g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have microphone support
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony HX80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-2 iHS and Sony HX80
 Olympus Tough TG-2 iHSSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Sony
Model type Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2013-06-28 2016-03-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz X
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 18 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3968 x 2976 4896 x 3672
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Max boosted ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/3.5-6.4
Macro focusing range 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 610k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech OLED -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 5.40 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash settings - Auto, on, slow sync, off, rear sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 230 gr (0.51 lb) 245 gr (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 shots 390 shots
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID Li-90B NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type - Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $380 $368