Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Below is a in-depth review of the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was manufactured 12 months prior to the Galaxy Camera which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TG-820 iHS matches up versus the Galaxy Camera in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS features exterior measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and Galaxy Camera is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and Galaxy Camera.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older TG-820 iHS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.