Olympus 1 vs Samsung WB750

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus 1 versus Samsung WB750, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is fairly similar but the 1 (1/1.7") and WB750 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The 1 was released 2 years later than the WB750 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 1 grades against the WB750 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1 and Samsung WB750. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 1 provides physical measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Samsung WB750 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 1 versus Samsung WB750 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 1 vs the WB750.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and WB750 is 79 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and WB750.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung WB750 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger 1 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.