Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB250F
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(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
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung WB250F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TG-1 iHS was unveiled 8 months before the WB250F so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-1 iHS scores vs the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Samsung WB250F
TG-1 iHS | WB250F | |||
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Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
WB250F | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | Newer by 8 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung WB250F
TG-1 iHS | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has outside measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung WB250F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the WB250F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and WB250F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and WB250F.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung WB250F to give greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-05-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 610 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $399 | $250 |