Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX3000
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX3000 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Launched May 2012
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Announced May 2014
- Superseded the Samsung NX2000
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX3000 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung NX3000, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TG-1 iHS was revealed 24 months before the NX3000 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-1 iHS grades vs the NX3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX3000 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Samsung NX3000
TG-1 iHS | NX3000 | |||
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Screen resolution | 610k | 461k | Sharper screen (+149k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
NX3000 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Announced | May 2014 | May 2012 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung NX3000
TG-1 iHS | NX3000 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS provides exterior 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) while the Samsung NX3000 has sizing of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the TG-1 iHS versus the NX3000.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and NX3000 is 91 and 89 respectively.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and NX3000.
Clearly, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-1 iHS having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX3000 will give you more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older TG-1 iHS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung NX3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung NX3000 |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-05-08 | 2014-05-26 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Cross focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 610 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 370 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI90B | B740 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $399 | $897 |