Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ25W
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched July 2010
- Other Name is WB5000

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Lets look more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung HZ25W, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The TG-1 iHS was introduced 23 months later than the HZ25W which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TG-1 iHS matches up versus the HZ25W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Samsung HZ25W
TG-1 iHS | HZ25W | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
HZ25W | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung HZ25W
TG-1 iHS | HZ25W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-1 iHS comes with exterior measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung HZ25W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the HZ25W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and HZ25W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and HZ25W.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-1 iHS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung HZ25W |
Also Known as | - | WB5000 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-05-08 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 610 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) | 428 grams (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $399 | $350 |