Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Introduced January 2008
- Succeeded the Samsung GX-10

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is fairly close but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

The TG-1 iHS was brought out 4 years later than the GX-20 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS matches up against the GX-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Samsung GX-20
TG-1 iHS | GX-20 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2008 | More recent by 53 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
GX-20 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung GX-20
TG-1 iHS | GX-20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has physical dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-1 iHS against the GX-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and GX-20 is 91 and 58 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and GX-20.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TG-1 iHS featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung GX-20 will result in greater detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern TG-1 iHS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung GX-20 |
Type | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2012-05-08 | 2008-01-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 12MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4688 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 610k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 pounds) | 800g (1.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $399 | $850 |