Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony TX1

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Sony TX1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The TG-2 iHS was launched 3 years after the TX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-2 iHS grades vs the TX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS enjoys outside 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 TX1 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Sony TX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-2 iHS against the TX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and TX1 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-2 iHS and TX1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TG-2 iHS featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Olympus TG-2 iHS will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern TG-2 iHS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.