Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung PL200

Let's look more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung PL200, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was manufactured 22 months after the PL200 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-1 iHS grades vs the PL200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-1 iHS comes with external measurements 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 PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the PL200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and PL200.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung PL200 to give you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TG-1 iHS will have an edge in sensor tech.