Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung NX2000
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Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Launched April 2015
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-3
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Released November 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX1100
- Replacement is Samsung NX3000
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-4 versus Samsung NX2000, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-4 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TG-4 was revealed 17 months later than the NX2000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TG-4 scores vs the NX2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Samsung NX2000. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Samsung NX2000
TG-4 | NX2000 | |||
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Released | April 2015 | November 2013 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Olympus TG-4
NX2000 | TG-4 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 460k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-4 and Samsung NX2000
TG-4 | NX2000 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-4 has 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) and the Samsung NX2000 has dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-4 versus Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-4 compared to the NX2000.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and NX2000 is 90 and 89 respectively.
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and NX2000.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-4 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX2000 will give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-4 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-4 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-4 | Samsung NX2000 |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-04-13 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 lb) | 228g (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 340 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $379 | $599 |