Olympus 8000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Let's examine more closely at the Olympus 8000 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was revealed 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the 8000 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 8000 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 8000 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 8000 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 8000 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 8000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.