Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung PL120

Let's look much closer at the Olympus TG-810 and Samsung PL120, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-810 was unveiled 8 months after the PL120 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-810 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-810 matches up vs the PL120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-810 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-810 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-810 features outer dimensions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-810 and Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the TG-810 against the PL120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-810 and PL120 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-810 and PL120.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos although you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-810 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.