Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung PL120
90 Imaging
39 Features
54 Overall
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37 Features
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Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Released May 2019
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
Photography Glossary Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung PL120, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TG-6 was revealed 8 years after the PL120 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the TG-6 grades versus the PL120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Samsung PL120
| TG-6 | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | May 2019 |  | January 2011 | Newer by 102 months |
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Olympus TG-6
| PL120 | TG-6 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus TG-6 and Samsung PL120
| TG-6 | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-6 enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-6 vs the PL120.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and PL120 is 90 and 99 respectively.
Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-6 and PL120.
All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung PL120 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger TG-6 should have an edge in sensor tech.
Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-6 | Samsung PL120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model | Olympus Tough TG-6 | Samsung PL120 |
| Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2019-05-22 | 2011-01-05 |
| Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | TruePic VIII | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | () |
| Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 20.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash modes | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC | 1280 x 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | Built-in | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 253 gr (0.56 lbs) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 340 pictures | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | LI-92B | - |
| Self timer | Yes | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) | - |
| Card slots | Single | - |
| Retail price | $449 | $150 |