Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung WB150F
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Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 218g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Released January 2012
Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung WB150F Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Samsung WB150F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe TG-850 iHS was manufactured 2 years later than the WB150F and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TG-850 iHS matches up versus the WB150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS and Samsung WB150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-850 iHS over the Samsung WB150F
TG-850 iHS | WB150F | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2012 | More recent by 26 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Olympus TG-850 iHS
WB150F | TG-850 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Samsung WB150F
TG-850 iHS | WB150F | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-850 iHS features external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-850 iHS vs the WB150F.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-850 iHS and WB150F is 91 and 93 respectively.
Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-850 iHS and WB150F.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-850 iHS to deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer TG-850 iHS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-29 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4616 x 3464 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 gr (0.48 pounds) | 188 gr (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec, 12 sec, Custom Self-Timer (1-30 sec start timer, 1-10 pictures, 1-3 sec interval)) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $230 |