Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung NX20

On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-4 versus Samsung NX20, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the TG-4 (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The TG-4 was introduced 3 years after the NX20 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TG-4 matches up vs the NX20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-4 provides physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-4 versus Samsung NX20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-4 against the NX20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and NX20 is 90 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and NX20.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-4 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX20 will produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher TG-4 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.