Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung ST150F
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(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
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013
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Below is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung ST150F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TG-820 iHS was revealed 11 months prior to the ST150F and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the TG-820 iHS matches up against the ST150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung ST150F. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Samsung ST150F
| TG-820 iHS | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1030k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+800k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
| ST150F | TG-820 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung ST150F
| TG-820 iHS | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung ST150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-820 iHS and the ST150F.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-820 iHS and ST150F is 92 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-820 iHS and ST150F.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST150F to offer extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older TG-820 iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
| Olympus TG-820 iHS | Samsung ST150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus TG-820 iHS | Samsung ST150F |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2012-02-08 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic VI | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 1,030k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 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 (30, 15fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| 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 | 206g (0.45 lb) | 114g (0.25 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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 shots | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $500 | $300 |
