Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung ST100
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung ST100 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
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Released January 2010

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung ST100 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung ST100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The TG-1 iHS was launched 2 years later than the ST100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TG-1 iHS grades against the ST100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Samsung ST100. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Samsung ST100
TG-1 iHS | ST100 | |||
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Released | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 29 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
ST100 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 610k | Crisper display (+542k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung ST100
TG-1 iHS | ST100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys exterior measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung ST100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the ST100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and ST100 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and ST100.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung ST100 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer TG-1 iHS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung ST100 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-05-08 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 610k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.10 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) | 155 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $399 | $250 |