Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung NX11
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung NX11 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Launched January 2013
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Launched December 2010
- Previous Model is Samsung NX10
- Later Model is Samsung NX20

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung NX11 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung NX11, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is pretty similar but the TG-830 iHS (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The TG-830 iHS was brought out 2 years after the NX11 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TG-830 iHS grades vs the NX11 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung NX11 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Samsung NX11
TG-830 iHS | NX11 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | December 2010 | Newer by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX11 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
NX11 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Samsung NX11
TG-830 iHS | NX11 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung NX11 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-830 iHS offers physical measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung NX11 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the NX11.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and NX11 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung NX11 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and NX11.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-830 iHS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus TG-830 iHS will offer more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent TG-830 iHS will have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung NX11 Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Samsung NX11 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Samsung NX11 |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2010-12-28 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIM 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lbs) | 499g (1.10 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 553 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 400 photographs |
Style of battery | 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 | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $0 | $626 |