Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W810
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W810 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
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2014
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W810 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W810, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TG-2 iHS was brought out 6 months before the W810 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TG-2 iHS grades versus the W810 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W810 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Sony W810
TG-2 iHS | W810 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 610k | 230k | Crisper screen (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
W810 | TG-2 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Sony W810
TG-2 iHS | W810 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | January 2014 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has got outer 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 W810 has dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-2 iHS vs the W810.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and W810 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and W810.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W810 to give more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony W810 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-06-28 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 610 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | OLED | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | - | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 pounds) | 111g (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 shots | 200 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-90B | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $380 | $100 |