Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung CL80
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternate Name is ST5500

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung CL80 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Samsung CL80, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TG-630 iHS was revealed 3 years after the CL80 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TG-630 iHS grades against the CL80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Samsung CL80. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Samsung CL80
TG-630 iHS | CL80 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 37 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
CL80 | TG-630 iHS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Samsung CL80
TG-630 iHS | CL80 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS features exterior measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung CL80 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Samsung CL80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the CL80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and CL80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and CL80.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung CL80 to show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher TG-630 iHS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Samsung CL80 |
Other name | - | ST5500 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-01-08 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 lb) | 160 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 220 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $200 | $400 |