Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-20

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung GX-20, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the TG-6 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The TG-6 was unveiled 11 years later than the GX-20 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TG-6 scores vs the GX-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-6 enjoys physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-6 vs the GX-20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and GX-20 is 90 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and GX-20.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-6 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung GX-20 will show extra detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer TG-6 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.