Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL820
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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternative Name is mju 7030
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally referred to as IT100

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The 7030 was launched 11 months after the SL820 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 7030 matches up vs the SL820 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Samsung SL820
7030 | SL820 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Olympus 7030
SL820 | 7030 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Samsung SL820
7030 | SL820 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7030 provides outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the 7030 versus the SL820.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and SL820 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7030 and SL820.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus 7030 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent 7030 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7030 | Samsung SL820 |
Also Known as | mju 7030 | IT100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9 and 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $179 | $280 |