Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB800F
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB800F 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
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung WB800F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TG-1 iHS was announced 8 months earlier than the WB800F so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TG-1 iHS grades versus the WB800F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Samsung WB800F
TG-1 iHS | WB800F | |||
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Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
WB800F | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | More modern by 8 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Samsung WB800F
TG-1 iHS | WB800F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS features outer dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Samsung WB800F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the WB800F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and WB800F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and WB800F.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB800F to provide more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Samsung WB800F |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-05-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 610k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | 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/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data 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) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) | 218 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $399 | $300 |