Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Sony A68

The following is a thorough comparison of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Sony A68, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and A68 (24MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-2 iHS was released 3 years prior to the A68 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the A68 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Sony SLT-A68. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS enjoys exterior measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony A68 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the A68.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and A68 is 91 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and A68.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-2 iHS due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A68 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged TG-2 iHS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.