Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung NX100

Here, we are looking at the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Samsung NX100, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very close but the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-820 iHS was introduced 18 months later than the NX100 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-820 iHS scores versus the NX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has got outside measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has sizing of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Samsung NX100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-820 iHS vs the NX100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-820 iHS and NX100 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and NX100.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-820 iHS having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX100 will provide you with more detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer TG-820 iHS will have an advantage in sensor tech.