Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-1S

Following is a thorough overview of the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung GX-1S, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 6 years after the GX-1S which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the TG-1 iHS grades against the GX-1S for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Samsung GX-1S. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has got exterior dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung GX-1S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the GX-1S.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and GX-1S is 91 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and GX-1S.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-1 iHS using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus TG-1 iHS will provide greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The newer TG-1 iHS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.