Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung HZ50W

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Samsung HZ50W, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-820 iHS was released 22 months later than the HZ50W making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-820 iHS matches up versus the HZ50W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS offers outer dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Samsung HZ50W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the HZ50W.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and HZ50W is 92 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-820 iHS and HZ50W.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung HZ50W to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern TG-820 iHS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.