Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.8) lens
- 195g - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB2000

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the TL350 (10MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TG-820 iHS was revealed 24 months after the TL350 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TG-820 iHS matches up versus the TL350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Samsung TL350. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Samsung TL350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Samsung TL350
TG-820 iHS | TL350 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Display resolution | 1030k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+110k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL350 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
TL350 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung TL350
TG-820 iHS | TL350 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-820 iHS provides exterior measurements 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 TL350 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-820 iHS vs the TL350.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-820 iHS and TL350 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and TL350.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Olympus TG-820 iHS to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer TG-820 iHS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung TL350 Specifications
Olympus TG-820 iHS | Samsung TL350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus TG-820 iHS | Samsung TL350 |
Also referred to as | - | WB2000 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-08 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,030k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 608 x 342 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 138 x 78 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) | 195 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $500 | $400 |