Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F
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Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 221g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Released January 2016
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-860
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Launched December 2012

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the TG-870 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the TG-870 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The TG-870 was introduced 3 years after the EX2F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TG-870 matches up against the EX2F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-870 over the Samsung EX2F
TG-870 | EX2F | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | December 2012 | More modern by 38 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer screen (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Olympus TG-870
EX2F | TG-870 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Olympus TG-870 and Samsung EX2F
TG-870 | EX2F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-870 offers physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-870 versus the EX2F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-870 and EX2F is 91 and 90 respectively.

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-870 and EX2F.
Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-870 using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Olympus TG-870 will offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent TG-870 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | Samsung EX2F |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-01-06 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 21-105mm (5.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.7 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) | - |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221 gr (0.49 lbs) | 294 gr (0.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Li-50B | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $280 | $478 |