Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung NX300

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung NX300, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the TG-2 iHS (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-2 iHS was released 4 months before the NX300 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the NX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung NX300. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-2 iHS features outer measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung NX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the NX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and NX300 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and NX300.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-2 iHS featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX300 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.