Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung SL202

In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Samsung SL202, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was brought out 5 years later than the SL202 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TG-850 iHS scores versus the SL202 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS and Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-850 iHS has physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Samsung SL202 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the TG-850 iHS versus the SL202.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-850 iHS and SL202 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-850 iHS and SL202.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-850 iHS to show more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent TG-850 iHS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.