Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung DV300F
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung DV300F 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 - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012
Photography Glossary Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung DV300F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TG-2 iHS was released 19 months later than the DV300F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the DV300F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Samsung DV300F
| TG-2 iHS | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | June 2013 |  | January 2012 | Fresher by 19 months |
| Screen resolution | 610k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
| DV300F | TG-2 iHS |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung DV300F
| TG-2 iHS | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides outside dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the DV300F.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and DV300F is 91 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and DV300F.
All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung DV300F to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger TG-2 iHS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung DV300F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung DV300F |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2013-06-28 | 2012-01-02 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 610k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | OLED | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | Li-90B | BP88 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | - | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $380 | $200 |
