Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung NX100
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Launched September 2010
- Renewed by Samsung NX200
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Following is a detailed review of the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung NX100, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is fairly close but the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TG-630 iHS was manufactured 2 years after the NX100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TG-630 iHS scores versus the NX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Samsung NX100
| TG-630 iHS | NX100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | September 2010 | More modern by 29 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
| NX100 | TG-630 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 614k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Samsung NX100
| TG-630 iHS | NX100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-630 iHS features external measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung NX100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-630 iHS versus the NX100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and NX100 is 94 and 88 respectively.
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and NX100.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-630 iHS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX100 will render greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-630 iHS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
| Olympus TG-630 iHS | Samsung NX100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Samsung NX100 |
| Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2013-01-08 | 2010-09-14 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | DRIMe Engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 15MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 15 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 614k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | VGA AMOLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) | 282 gr (0.62 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 62 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 563 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 pictures | 420 pictures |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LI-50B | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $200 | $386 |
