Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung NX1100

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus TG-870 and Samsung NX1100, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-870 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-870 was revealed 2 years after the NX1100 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TG-870 grades against the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-870 features outside dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-870 and Samsung NX1100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-870 against the NX1100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-870 and NX1100 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-870 and NX1100.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-870 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX1100 will give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-870 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.