Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB250F
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2013

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Here is a complete review of the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung WB250F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The TG-830 iHS was brought out around the same time to the WB250F so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the TG-830 iHS matches up versus the WB250F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Samsung WB250F
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Samsung WB250F
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-830 iHS provides outer dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the WB250F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and WB250F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-830 iHS and WB250F.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-830 iHS to show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively.

Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 300 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $250 |