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Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95

Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
46
Overall
43
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 front
 
Samsung ST95 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
19
Overall
31

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs

Olympus TG-870
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
  • 221g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2016
  • Succeeded the Olympus TG-860
Samsung ST95
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Released January 2011
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Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 Overview

Let's look closer at the Olympus TG-870 versus Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the ST95 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was brought out 5 years after the ST95 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TG-870 scores vs the ST95 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-870 over the Samsung ST95

 TG-870 ST95 
ReleasedJanuary 2016January 2011Newer by 61 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution921k460kClearer screen (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Olympus TG-870

 ST95 TG-870 

Common features in the Olympus TG-870 and Samsung ST95

 TG-870 ST95 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen sizing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-870 has exterior dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung ST95 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-870 versus Samsung ST95 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-870 against the ST95.

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-870 and ST95 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-870 and ST95.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-870 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-870 Portrait photography information
Samsung ST95 Portrait photography information
36
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
30
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-870 Street photography details
Samsung ST95 Street photography details
65
tilting screen
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than average in class (221 grams)
50
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
low max ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-870 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung ST95 as a Sports photography camera
51
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
environment proofing
great battery pack (300 CIPA)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
27
MP count good (16MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-870 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung ST95 as a Travel photography camera
69
great battery pack (300 CIPA)
environment proofing
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (21mm)
heavier than average in class (221g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
71
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-870 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST95 as a Landscape photography camera
50
really wide (21mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
environment proofing
great battery pack (300 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
38
great maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inches)
MP count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-870 Vlogging info
Samsung ST95 Vlogging info
32
really wide (21mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic socket
heavier than average in class (221g)
27
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
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Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-870 and Samsung ST95
 Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870Samsung ST95
General Information
Company Olympus Samsung
Model Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 Samsung ST95
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2016-01-06 2011-01-19
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
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 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 -
Maximum boosted ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 125 -
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 21-105mm (5.0x) ()
Max aperture f/3.5-5.7 -
Macro focus range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 921k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 7.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) -
Flash modes Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 221 grams (0.49 pounds) -
Dimensions 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 images -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model Li-50B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal -
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $280 $145