Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung GX-1S

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-320 and Samsung GX-1S, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the TG-320 (14MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the TG-320 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-320 was manufactured 6 years after the GX-1S which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TG-320 scores versus the GX-1S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-320 & Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-320 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-320 comes with outer measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-320 and Samsung GX-1S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-320 against the GX-1S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-320 and GX-1S is 94 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-320 and GX-1S.

As you can tell, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-320 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Olympus TG-320 will give you greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher TG-320 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.