Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Following is a thorough overview of the Olympus TG-4 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was launched 16 months after the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TG-4 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 comes with external 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) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Olympus TG-4 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-4 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and Galaxy Camera 2.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher TG-4 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.