Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung NX210

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung NX210, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is very comparable but the TG-870 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The TG-870 was brought out 3 years later than the NX210 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-870 grades versus the NX210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 & Samsung NX210. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-870 enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-870 versus the NX210.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-870 and NX210 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-870 and NX210.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-870 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX210 will produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TG-870 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.