Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung ST93

Here is a complete analysis of the Olympus TG-4 versus Samsung ST93, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was brought out 4 years later than the ST93 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-4 grades versus the ST93 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Samsung ST93. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 enjoys outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the TG-4 vs the ST93.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and ST93 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-4 and ST93.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-4 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.