Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung ST150F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TG-830 iHS was announced at a similar time to the ST150F which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TG-830 iHS grades against the ST150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Samsung ST150F
TG-830 iHS | ST150F | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
ST150F | TG-830 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Samsung ST150F
TG-830 iHS | ST150F | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has external measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung ST150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-830 iHS against the ST150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and ST150F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-830 iHS and ST150F.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Samsung ST150F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
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) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
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 (60 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 | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lbs) | 114g (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | 300 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $0 | $300 |