Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung NX1000

Below is a extended comparison of the Olympus TG-320 and Samsung NX1000, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the TG-320 (14MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the TG-320 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The TG-320 was revealed 3 months earlier than the NX1000 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TG-320 matches up versus the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-320 and Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-320 features exterior dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-320 and Samsung NX1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-320 vs the NX1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-320 and NX1000 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-320 and NX1000.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-320 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX1000 will render greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively.