Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung NX10

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung NX10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-2 iHS was launched 3 years after the NX10 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the TG-2 iHS scores vs the NX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has physical dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX10 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung NX10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the NX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and NX10 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and NX10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-2 iHS because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX10 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger TG-2 iHS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.