Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100
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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 & Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Samsung TL100
7030 | TL100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Olympus 7030
TL100 | 7030 |
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Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Samsung TL100
7030 | TL100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 7030 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Samsung TL100 | |
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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 |