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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
55
Overall
45

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs

Olympus TG-1 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
  • Launched May 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Released February 2013
  • Alternative Name is Wi-Fi
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was revealed 9 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the TG-1 iHS grades versus the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera

 TG-1 iHS Galaxy Camera 

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Olympus TG-1 iHS

 Galaxy Camera TG-1 iHS 
ReleasedFebruary 2013May 2012More recent by 9 months
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display dimensions4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Display resolution922k610kClearer display (+312k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera

 TG-1 iHS Galaxy Camera 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS comes with external dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the Galaxy Camera.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and Galaxy Camera is 91 and 90 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and Galaxy Camera.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older TG-1 iHS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS Portrait photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera Portrait photography factors
26
features face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
39
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS Street photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera Street photography info
60
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (300g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS Sports photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera Sports photography highlights
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking autofocus
weather proofing
great battery power (350 per charge)
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
49
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera as a Travel photography camera
68
great battery power (350 CIPA)
weather proofing
has built in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
no Timelapse recording
MP count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
68
lighter than competition in class (300 grams)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
no Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera as a Landscape photography camera
46
relatively wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
great battery power (350 CIPA)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Timelapse recording
49
has manual focus
fairly wide (23mm)
screen larger than average (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus TG-1 iHS
Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy Camera
35
relatively wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detection autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
no external microphone support
36
fairly wide (23mm)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external mic jack
lighter than competition in class (300g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung Galaxy Camera
 Olympus Tough TG-1 iHSSamsung Galaxy Camera
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Samsung
Model Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS Samsung Galaxy Camera
Also referred to as - Wi-Fi
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2012-05-08 2013-02-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by TruePic VI 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 3968 x 2976 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Max aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/2.8-5.9
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 4.8 inch
Display resolution 610k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 16 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 230 gr (0.51 lbs) 300 gr (0.66 lbs)
Physical dimensions 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" 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 350 images -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model LI90B -
Self timer Yes (2 and 12 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Storage media - micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $399 $450