Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony RX1R II
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony RX1R II 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
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 507g - 113 x 65 x 72mm
- Released October 2015
- Previous Model is Sony RX1R
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony RX1R II Overview
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.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 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.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony RX1R II Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Sony RX1R II
TG-2 iHS | RX1R II |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R II over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
RX1R II | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Released | October 2015 | June 2013 | Newer by 27 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 610k | Crisper screen (+619k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Sony RX1R II
TG-2 iHS | RX1R II | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony RX1R II Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony RX1R II Sensor Comparison
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.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony RX1R II Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony RX1R II Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
Type | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-28 | 2015-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 42 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 7952 x 5304 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 14cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 610k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 pounds) | 507g (1.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 113 x 65 x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 97 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3204 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 220 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-90B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2,5, 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $380 | $3,300 |