Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F 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
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Let's look more closely at the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe TG-820 iHS was released 11 months prior to the WB250F so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TG-820 iHS scores vs the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Samsung WB250F
TG-820 iHS | WB250F | |||
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Screen resolution | 1030k | 460k | Clearer screen (+570k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
WB250F | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Samsung WB250F
TG-820 iHS | WB250F | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-820 iHS comes with outside measurements 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 WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the WB250F.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and WB250F is 92 and 93 respectively.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-820 iHS and WB250F.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung WB250F to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TG-820 iHS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Olympus TG-820 iHS | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus TG-820 iHS | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,030k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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, pet auto shutter) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $500 | $250 |