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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Olympus TG-830 iHS front
 
Samsung ST150F front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
30
Overall
35

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs

Olympus TG-830 iHS
(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
Samsung ST150F
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Samsung ST150F

 TG-830 iHS ST150F 
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Olympus TG-830 iHS

 ST150F TG-830 iHS 

Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Samsung ST150F

 TG-830 iHS ST150F 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2013Same age
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Portrait photography advice
Samsung ST150F Portrait photography advice
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resolution is good (16 megapixels)
provides face detection focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
34
resolution is good (16MP)
provides face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
Street photography with Samsung ST150F
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
56
lighter than competition in class (114 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-830 iHS Sports photography info
Samsung ST150F Sports photography info
48
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proofing
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
36
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
Travel photography with Samsung ST150F
67
weather proofing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
69
lighter than competition in class (114g)
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse mode
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Olympus TG-830 iHS
Landscape photography with Samsung ST150F
45
decently wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16MP)
weather proofing
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
38
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
resolution is good (16MP)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus TG-830 iHS
Vlogging with Samsung ST150F
33
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of external microphone jack
30
relatively wide (25mm)
provides face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (114g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic port
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Samsung ST150F
 Olympus TG-830 iHSSamsung ST150F
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