Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung TL220
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Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 190g - 96 x 65 x 26mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Released August 2009
- Additionally Known as ST500

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus TG-610 and Samsung TL220, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TG-610 was launched 18 months later than the TL220 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TG-610 scores versus the TL220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-610 and Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-610 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Samsung TL220
TG-610 | TL220 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Olympus TG-610
TL220 | TG-610 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-610 and Samsung TL220
TG-610 | TL220 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-610 features outer measurements 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 TL220 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-610 and Samsung TL220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-610 versus the TL220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-610 and TL220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The graphic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-610 and TL220.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-610 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher TG-610 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Olympus TG-610 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus TG-610 | Samsung TL220 |
Also referred to as | - | ST500 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) | 169 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | 210 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $223 | $90 |