Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung NX11

Below is a extended overview of the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung NX11, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is very well matched but the TG-3 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-3 was announced 3 years later than the NX11 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TG-3 grades vs the NX11 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Samsung NX11. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-3 has outer measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung NX11 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung NX11 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-3 against the NX11.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-3 and NX11 is 90 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-3 and NX11.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TG-3 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Olympus TG-3 will resolve extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger TG-3 will have an edge in sensor technology.