Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Here is a in depth review of the Olympus TG-870 and Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-870 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-870 was revealed 2 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-870 grades versus the Galaxy NX when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-870 enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-870 against the Galaxy NX.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-870 and Galaxy NX is 91 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-870 and Galaxy NX.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-870 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung Galaxy NX will give greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern TG-870 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.