Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10
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Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced May 2019
- Older Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched September 2006
- Replacement is Samsung GX-20

Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the GX-10 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-6 (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

The TG-6 was brought out 12 years later than the GX-10 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-6 scores versus the GX-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Samsung GX-10. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Samsung GX-10
TG-6 | GX-10 | |||
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Launched | May 2019 | ![]() | September 2006 | Fresher by 155 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer screen (+830k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Olympus TG-6
GX-10 | TG-6 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-6 and Samsung GX-10
TG-6 | GX-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 has exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Samsung GX-10 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-6 versus the GX-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and GX-10 is 90 and 59 respectively.

Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-6 and GX-10.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-6 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Olympus TG-6 will give greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer TG-6 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-6 | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-6 | Samsung GX-10 |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2019-05-22 | 2006-09-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 253 gr (0.56 pounds) | 793 gr (1.75 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $449 | $850 |