Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W
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Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Additionally Known as mju 550WP
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also Known as WB550

Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 550WP (10MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 550WP was brought out at a similar time to the HZ15W and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 550WP grades against the HZ15W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Samsung HZ15W
550WP | HZ15W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Olympus 550WP
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 550WP and Samsung HZ15W
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus 550WP features physical measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 550WP against the HZ15W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 550WP and HZ15W is 94 and 90 respectively.

Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 550WP and HZ15W.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung HZ15W to give you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.

Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 550WP vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Olympus Stylus 550WP | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 550WP | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called as | mju 550WP | WB550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2009-02-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.0 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) | 249 grams (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $399 | $330 |