Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung SL102

The following is a thorough analysis of the Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung SL102, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the TG-870 (16MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was launched 7 years after the SL102 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-870 scores against the SL102 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 & Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-870 enjoys physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-870 against the SL102.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-870 and SL102 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-870 and SL102.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus TG-870 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger TG-870 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.