Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB50F
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Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Released January 2014

Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SP-100 versus Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SP-100 was revealed around the same time to the WB50F so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SP-100 scores versus the WB50F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Samsung WB50F
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Olympus SP-100
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Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Samsung WB50F
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-100 enjoys physical dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-100 versus Samsung WB50F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-100 versus the WB50F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and WB50F is 63 and 92 respectively.

Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and WB50F.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Samsung WB50F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-29 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
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 | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 594 grams (1.31 lbs) | 207 grams (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
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 | ||
Battery life | 330 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $180 |