Olympus 8000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus 8000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was released 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 8000 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 4G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8000 features external measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 8000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 8000 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 94 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 8000 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older 8000 will be behind in sensor innovation.