Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung HZ50W

Below is a in depth comparison of the Olympus TG-610 versus Samsung HZ50W, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-610 was introduced 9 months later than the HZ50W so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-610 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TG-610 matches up against the HZ50W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-610 and Samsung HZ50W. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-610 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-610 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-610 compared to the HZ50W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-610 and HZ50W is 93 and 70 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-610 and HZ50W.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files but you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger TG-610 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.