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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210

Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
35
Olympus TG-630 iHS front
 
Samsung WB210 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
45
Overall
40

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs

Olympus TG-630 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
Samsung WB210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
  • 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
  • Announced July 2011
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 Overview

Here is a in-depth review of the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was revealed 18 months later than the WB210 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the TG-630 iHS scores vs the WB210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Samsung WB210

 TG-630 iHS WB210 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013July 2011Fresher by 18 months
Screen resolution460k1kClearer screen (+459k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS

 WB210 TG-630 iHS 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen dimensions3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Samsung WB210

 TG-630 iHS WB210 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the WB210.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and WB210 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and WB210.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung WB210 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger TG-630 iHS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Portrait photography info
Samsung WB210 Portrait photography info
27
includes face detection focus
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
39
focusing manually
decent MP (14MP)
comes with face detection autofocus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Street photography highlights
Samsung WB210 Street photography highlights
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
66
image stabilization (Optical)
offers touch to focus
lighter than competitors (174g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB210 as a Sports photography camera
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking autofocus
weather sealing
max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (220 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
38
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB210 as a Travel photography camera
59
weather sealing
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
terrible battery life (220 per charge)
megapixel count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
71
lighter than competitors (174 grams)
offers touch to focus
decent MP (14MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
long reach (288mm)
no Time Lapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Landscape photography advice
Samsung WB210 Landscape photography advice
39
fairly wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
terrible battery life (220 shots)
does not have Timelapse function
46
focusing manually
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen larger than average (3.5")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Vlogging highlights
Samsung WB210 Vlogging highlights
33
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have external microphone socket
33
reasonably wide (24mm)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
lighter than competitors (174 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic port
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Samsung WB210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Samsung WB210
 Olympus TG-630 iHSSamsung WB210
General Information
Brand Olympus Samsung
Model type Olympus TG-630 iHS Samsung WB210
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2013-01-08 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3968 x 2976 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 6400 1600
Maximum boosted ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/2.9-5.9
Macro focusing distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3.5 inches
Screen resolution 460k dot 1k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 5.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 167 gr (0.37 lbs) 174 gr (0.38 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 220 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID LI-50B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC microSC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $200 $279