Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB250F

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus TG-610 versus Samsung WB250F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-610 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the WB250F making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TG-610 scores against the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-610 & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-610 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-610 has got outer measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-610 and the WB250F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-610 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-610 and WB250F.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older TG-610 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.