Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
79 Imaging
37 Features
65 Overall
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90 Imaging
39 Features
55 Overall
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Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 402g - 116 x 87 x 57mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Renewed by Olympus 1s
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched February 2013
- Alternate Name is Wi-Fi

Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

The 1 was launched 10 months later than the Galaxy Camera which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 1 scores against the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
1 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | More recent by 10 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Olympus 1
Galaxy Camera | 1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Olympus 1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
1 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 1 has external measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 1 and the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and Galaxy Camera is 79 and 90 respectively.

Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and Galaxy Camera.
Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung Galaxy Camera will give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern 1 will have an edge in sensor tech.

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Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Olympus Stylus 1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Stylus 1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also Known as | - | Wi-Fi |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-11-25 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high speed: 640 x 480 (120p), 320 x 240 (240p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 402g (0.89 pounds) | 300g (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 51 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 179 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $700 | $450 |