Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX100

Here, we are matching up the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very comparable but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 21 months after the NX100 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TG-1 iHS scores versus the NX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Samsung NX100. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS offers external measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the NX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and NX100 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and NX100.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-1 iHS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX100 will show extra detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher TG-1 iHS should have an edge in sensor technology.