Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung ST600

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-4 versus Samsung ST600, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was manufactured 5 years after the ST600 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TG-4 matches up vs the ST600 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Samsung ST600. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 features outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung ST600 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-4 versus Samsung ST600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-4 versus the ST600.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and ST600 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-4 and ST600.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-4 to produce extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger TG-4 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.