Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung GX-10

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung GX-10, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the TG-850 iHS (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-850 iHS was brought out 7 years later than the GX-10 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-850 iHS scores vs the GX-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Samsung GX-10. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-850 iHS has outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung GX-10 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung GX-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-850 iHS and the GX-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-850 iHS and GX-10 is 91 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-850 iHS and GX-10.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-850 iHS because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Olympus TG-850 iHS will produce greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The newer TG-850 iHS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.