Olympus 8000 vs Samsung WB750

Lets look closer at the Olympus 8000 vs Samsung WB750, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was released 3 years before the WB750 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 8000 grades against the WB750 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Samsung WB750. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 8000 comes with physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung WB750 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 8000 vs Samsung WB750 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 8000 and the WB750.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and WB750 is 94 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and WB750.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB750 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 8000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.