Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung NX100

Here, we are matching up the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung NX100, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is fairly comparable but the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-2 iHS was brought out 2 years after the NX100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TG-2 iHS scores vs the NX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS offers exterior dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung NX100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the NX100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and NX100 is 91 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and NX100.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TG-2 iHS due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX100 will provide extra detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent TG-2 iHS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.