Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung NX11

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus TG-5 versus Samsung NX11, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is fairly comparable but the TG-5 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-5 was launched 6 years later than the NX11 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-5 grades vs the NX11 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Samsung NX11. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-5 offers external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung NX11 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-5 versus Samsung NX11 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-5 and the NX11.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and NX11 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-5 and NX11.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-5 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX11 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer TG-5 will have an edge in sensor technology.