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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33
Olympus Stylus 7030 front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs

Olympus 7030
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
  • Announced January 2010
  • Additionally Known as mju 7030
Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Also referred to as ST50
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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The 7030 was released 13 months after the TL100 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 7030 grades versus the TL100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Samsung TL100

 7030 TL100 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2009Newer by 13 months

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Olympus 7030

 TL100 7030 

Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Samsung TL100

 7030 TL100 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7030 enjoys outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Compare the Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the 7030 and the TL100.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 7030 and TL100 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7030 and TL100.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus 7030 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger 7030 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus 7030 Portrait photography info
Samsung TL100 Portrait photography info
28
MP count good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
26
includes face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus 7030 as a Street photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Street photography camera
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
53
has image stabilization (Digital)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than competitors (219 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus 7030
Sports photography with Samsung TL100
39
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
34
has image stabilization (Digital)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus 7030 Travel photography information
Samsung TL100 Travel photography information
65
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
does not posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
49
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors (219 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus 7030
Landscape photography with Samsung TL100
37
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
27
has image stabilization (Digital)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus 7030 Vlogging factors
Samsung TL100 Vlogging factors
29
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not posses selfie friendly display
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
26
has image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detection focusing
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external microphone support
more heavy than competitors (219 grams)
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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus 7030 and Samsung TL100
 Olympus Stylus 7030Samsung TL100
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Samsung
Model type Olympus Stylus 7030 Samsung TL100
Also Known as mju 7030 ST50
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-01-07 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by TruePic III -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9 and 4:3 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-196mm (7.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focusing range 2cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 1s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.70 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140g (0.31 lbs) 219g (0.48 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 (2 or 12 seconds) Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SC/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $179 $22