Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-1L

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus TG-6 and Samsung GX-1L, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the TG-6 (12MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the TG-6 (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The TG-6 was unveiled 13 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TG-6 scores against the GX-1L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-6 has got exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1L has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-6 compared to the GX-1L.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-6 and GX-1L is 90 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-6 and GX-1L.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-6 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Olympus TG-6 will offer you more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher TG-6 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.