Olympus 1s vs Samsung WB150F

Following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus 1s versus Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is very comparable but the 1s (1/1.7") and WB150F (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1s was revealed 3 years after the WB150F which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1s grades versus the WB150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1s & Samsung WB150F. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 1s Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 1s features physical measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 1s versus Samsung WB150F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 1s versus the WB150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1s and WB150F is 79 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1s and WB150F.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1s with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung WB150F will produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent 1s will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.