Olympus TG-5 vs Sony S2100

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-5 and Sony S2100, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was brought out 7 years after the S2100 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-5 grades against the S2100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-5 has got outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-5 and Sony S2100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-5 against the S2100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-5 and S2100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-5 and S2100.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.