Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony S930

Following is a extended review of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony S930, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-2 iHS was released 4 years after the S930 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TG-2 iHS scores against the S930 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides 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 S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony S930 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the S930.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and S930 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and S930.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-2 iHS to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher TG-2 iHS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.