Olympus TG-860 vs Samsung NX300M

The following is a extensive analysis of the Olympus TG-860 versus Samsung NX300M, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is pretty close but the TG-860 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-860 was revealed 2 years after the NX300M which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TG-860 matches up vs the NX300M with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Samsung NX300M. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-860 comes with outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-860 versus Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-860 against the NX300M.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-860 and NX300M is 91 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-860 and NX300M.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TG-860 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX300M will render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern TG-860 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.