Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung NX20

Let's look more closely at the Olympus TG-320 versus Samsung NX20, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the TG-320 (14MP) and NX20 (20MP) and the TG-320 (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The TG-320 was released 3 months before the NX20 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-320 matches up vs the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-320 and Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-320 offers outer measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has sizing of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-320 versus Samsung NX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-320 vs the NX20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-320 and NX20 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-320 and NX20.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-320 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX20 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.