Olympus 550WP vs Samsung WB150F
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Olympus 550WP vs Samsung WB150F 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
- Alternative Name is mju 550WP
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012
Olympus 550WP vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Olympus 550WP vs Samsung WB150F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the 550WP (10MP) and WB150F (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 550WP was launched 4 years earlier than the WB150F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 550WP matches up against the WB150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 550WP vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Samsung WB150F
550WP | WB150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Olympus 550WP
WB150F | 550WP | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 36 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 550WP and Samsung WB150F
550WP | WB150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Olympus 550WP vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 550WP provides outside dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check the Olympus 550WP vs Samsung WB150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the 550WP and the WB150F.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 550WP and WB150F is 94 and 93 respectively.
Olympus 550WP vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 550WP and WB150F.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB150F to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged 550WP will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Olympus 550WP vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Olympus Stylus 550WP | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 550WP | Samsung WB150F |
Also called as | mju 550WP | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-07 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.0 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 lbs) | 188g (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $399 | $230 |