Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung ST150F
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Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 190g - 96 x 65 x 26mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Released January 2013

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Olympus TG-610 versus Samsung ST150F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TG-610 was introduced 24 months before the ST150F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-610 scores vs the ST150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-610 & Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-610 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Samsung ST150F
TG-610 | ST150F | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Olympus TG-610
ST150F | TG-610 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Olympus TG-610 and Samsung ST150F
TG-610 | ST150F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-610 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-610 versus Samsung ST150F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-610 and the ST150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-610 and ST150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-610 and ST150F.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung ST150F to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-610 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Olympus TG-610 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus TG-610 | Samsung ST150F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) | 114 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 210 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $223 | $300 |