Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Below, we are matching up the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was launched 18 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the TG-850 iHS scores against the Galaxy Camera 3G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-850 iHS provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-850 iHS and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-850 iHS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-850 iHS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer TG-850 iHS will have an edge in sensor tech.