Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung NX1100
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Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched May 2017
- Replaced the Olympus TG-4
- Replacement is Olympus TG-6
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched April 2013
- Older Model is Samsung NX1000
- Replacement is Samsung NX2000
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Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung NX1100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the TG-5 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TG-5 was introduced 4 years later than the NX1100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TG-5 matches up vs the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Samsung NX1100
| TG-5 | NX1100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2017 |  | April 2013 | Fresher by 50 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Olympus TG-5
| NX1100 | TG-5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-5 and Samsung NX1100
| TG-5 | NX1100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-5 comes with outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the TG-5 against the NX1100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-5 and NX1100 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-5 and NX1100.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TG-5 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1100 will provide more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern TG-5 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-5 | Samsung NX1100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus Tough TG-5 | Samsung NX1100 |
| Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2017-05-17 | 2013-04-11 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | TruePic VIII | - |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Built-in | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 250g (0.55 lb) | 222g (0.49 lb) |
| Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 852 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 340 photographs | 320 photographs |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LI-92B | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $449 | $600 |