Olympus 8010 vs Samsung WB50F

Here, we are looking at the Olympus 8010 versus Samsung WB50F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was released 4 years prior to the WB50F and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 8010 grades vs the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8010 has got physical measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 8010 and the WB50F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and WB50F is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and WB50F.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung WB50F to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older 8010 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.