Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F
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Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Here, we are looking at the Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The TG-610 was released 24 months before the WB800F making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-610 matches up vs the WB800F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-610 and Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-610 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Samsung WB800F
TG-610 | WB800F | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Olympus TG-610
WB800F | TG-610 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 24 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-610 and Samsung WB800F
TG-610 | WB800F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-610 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-610 vs the WB800F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-610 and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-610 and WB800F.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB800F to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older TG-610 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-610 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Olympus TG-610 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus TG-610 | Samsung WB800F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 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 | - |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 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 file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $223 | $300 |