Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung PL170

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung PL170, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was manufactured 17 months later than the PL170 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TG-1 iHS matches up versus the PL170 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Samsung PL170. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys physical dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the PL170.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and PL170 is 91 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and PL170.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung PL170 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer TG-1 iHS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.