Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung NX300

Below, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-610 versus Samsung NX300, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-610 (14MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the TG-610 (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-610 was brought out 3 years earlier than the NX300 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-610 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TG-610 matches up vs the NX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-610 and Samsung NX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-610 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-610 comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-610 versus Samsung NX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-610 vs the NX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-610 and NX300 is 93 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-610 and NX300.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-610 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX300 will result in more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older TG-610 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.