Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung PL170

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-4 and Samsung PL170, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was revealed 4 years after the PL170 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-4 scores against the PL170 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 features exterior measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-4 versus the PL170.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and PL170 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and PL170.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-4 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.