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Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
33
Overall
36
Olympus TG-320 front
 
Samsung WB250F front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
44
Overall
40

Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs

Olympus TG-320
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
  • 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2012
Samsung WB250F
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
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Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-320 was revealed 12 months before the WB250F and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-320 matches up vs the WB250F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Samsung WB250F

 TG-320 WB250F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Olympus TG-320

 WB250F TG-320 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2012Newer by 12 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Olympus TG-320 and Samsung WB250F

 TG-320 WB250F 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-320 enjoys physical measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-320 against the WB250F.

Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-320 and WB250F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-320 and WB250F.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged TG-320 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-320 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Portrait photography camera
34
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
supports face detection autofocus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
36
decent MP (14MP)
comes with face detect focus
lack of manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Olympus TG-320
Street photography with Samsung WB250F
66
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
lighter than average (155g)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (226g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-320 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Sports photography camera
41
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
environment sealing
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (150 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
52
amazing zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-320 Travel photography factors
Samsung WB250F Travel photography factors
67
lighter than average (155 grams)
environment sealing
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
not so great battery pack (150 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
69
lighter than competition (226 grams)
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
great reach (432mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-320 Landscape photography factors
Samsung WB250F Landscape photography factors
39
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
not so great battery pack (150 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse recording
44
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus TG-320
Vlogging with Samsung WB250F
32
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection autofocus
lighter than average (155g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
35
rather wide (24mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (226g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
doesn't have microphone socket
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Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-320 and Samsung WB250F
 Olympus TG-320Samsung WB250F
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Samsung
Model type Olympus TG-320 Samsung WB250F
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-01-10 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor TruePic III+ -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-102mm (3.6x) 24-432mm (18.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.1 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing distance 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech TFT Color LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 16 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.80 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 155 grams (0.34 lbs) 226 grams (0.50 lbs)
Dimensions 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 150 photos -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery ID LI-42B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $0 $250