Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G 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
- 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012
Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-810 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TG-810 was revealed 12 months before the Galaxy Camera 3G and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-810 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-810 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-810 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TG-810 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | 0k | Clearer screen (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Olympus TG-810
Galaxy Camera 3G | TG-810 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | August 2011 | More modern by 12 months | |
Screen size | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-810 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TG-810 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-810 features outside measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-810 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-810 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-810 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.
Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-810 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-810 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Olympus TG-810 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus TG-810 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 4.8" |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 lbs) | 305g (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $428 | $606 |