Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung MV800

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-4 and Samsung MV800, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was released 3 years later than the MV800 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-4 scores against the MV800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-4 offers exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-4 and the MV800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and MV800 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-4 and MV800.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of files though you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer TG-4 will have an edge in sensor technology.