Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung NX11

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung NX11, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is fairly close but the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The TG-820 iHS was announced 14 months later than the NX11 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the TG-820 iHS scores against the NX11 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung NX11. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS features exterior dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-820 iHS versus the NX11.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and NX11 is 92 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-820 iHS and NX11.

All in all, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-820 iHS having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX11 will result in more detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher TG-820 iHS should have an edge in sensor technology.