Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung TL205

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-870 versus Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the TG-870 (16MP) and TL205 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was revealed 6 years after the TL205 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the TG-870 matches up against the TL205 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Samsung TL205. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-870 features outside 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 TL205 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-870 versus Samsung TL205 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-870 vs the TL205.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-870 and TL205 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-870 and TL205.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus TG-870 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger TG-870 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.