Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX20

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX20, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and NX20 (20MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-1 iHS was introduced within a month of the NX20 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TG-1 iHS scores against the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys physical dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the NX20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and NX20 is 91 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The pic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and NX20.

All in all, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-1 iHS using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX20 will deliver extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively.