Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W510
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W510 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony W510, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TG-2 iHS was released 2 years later than the W510 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W510 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Sony W510
TG-2 iHS | W510 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2011 | Fresher by 31 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 610k | 230k | Clearer display (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
W510 | TG-2 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Sony W510
TG-2 iHS | W510 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides physical dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has sizing of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony W510 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-2 iHS vs the W510.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and W510 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and W510.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos though you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger TG-2 iHS should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W510 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-06-28 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 610k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | OLED | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) | 119 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Li-90B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $380 | $99 |