Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony RX1R II

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony RX1R II, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The TG-2 iHS was revealed 3 years before the RX1R II which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the TG-2 iHS scores versus the RX1R II for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS enjoys outside dimensions 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 RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the RX1R II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and RX1R II is 91 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and RX1R II.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TG-2 iHS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX1R II will deliver extra detail because of its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged TG-2 iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.