Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB50F
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92 Imaging
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB50F 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 - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2014

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB50F Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung WB50F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The TG-2 iHS was introduced 6 months before the WB50F and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Samsung WB50F
TG-2 iHS | WB50F | |||
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Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
WB50F | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung WB50F
TG-2 iHS | WB50F | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2014 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-2 iHS provides external dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-2 iHS versus Samsung WB50F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-2 iHS and the WB50F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and WB50F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and WB50F.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung WB50F to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung WB50F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-06-28 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
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) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 610 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lb) | 207 gr (0.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
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 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Li-90B | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $380 | $180 |