Olympus TG-4 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS

Here is a extended comparison of the Olympus TG-4 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the TG-4 (16MP) and XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the TG-4 (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-4 was announced 2 years later than the XZ-2 iHS and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the TG-4 grades against the XZ-2 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-4 comes with physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-4 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-4 and the XZ-2 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and XZ-2 iHS is 90 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-4 and XZ-2 iHS.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-4 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus TG-4 will produce more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer TG-4 will have an advantage in sensor tech.