Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ50W

Its time to look a little more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung HZ50W, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was brought out 2 years after the HZ50W which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS matches up versus the HZ50W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Samsung HZ50W. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys exterior dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the HZ50W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and HZ50W.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung HZ50W to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent TG-1 iHS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.