Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung NX1000

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus TG-6 versus Samsung NX1000, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the TG-6 (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the TG-6 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-6 was released 7 years after the NX1000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-6 matches up against the NX1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-6 enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-6 versus Samsung NX1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-6 compared to the NX1000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and NX1000 is 90 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-6 and NX1000.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-6 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1000 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger TG-6 will have an edge in sensor tech.