Olympus 8010 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Here is a complete overview of the Olympus 8010 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was introduced 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 8010 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while 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).

Check out the Olympus 8010 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 8010 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 8010 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to deliver more detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older 8010 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.