Olympus TG-860 vs Samsung TL205

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-860 versus Samsung TL205, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the TG-860 (16MP) and TL205 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-860 was brought out 5 years later than the TL205 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TG-860 scores vs the TL205 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-860 comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-860 versus Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-860 versus the TL205.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-860 and TL205 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-860 and TL205.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-860 to deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger TG-860 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.