Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung NX100

Here is a detailed review of the Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung NX100, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-310 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the TG-310 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The TG-310 was brought out 4 months later than the NX100 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TG-310 scores versus the NX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-310 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-310 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-310 features outside measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-310 vs Samsung NX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TG-310 against the NX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-310 and NX100 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-310 and NX100.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-310 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX100 will resolve extra detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively.