Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB800F
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Olympus TG-2 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 - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
(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
- Announced January 2013

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB800F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TG-2 iHS was released 6 months after the WB800F so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TG-2 iHS matches up vs the WB800F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Samsung WB800F
TG-2 iHS | WB800F | |||
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Screen resolution | 610k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
WB800F | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Samsung WB800F
TG-2 iHS | WB800F | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-2 iHS enjoys exterior 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) while the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB800F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the WB800F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-2 iHS and WB800F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and WB800F.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung WB800F to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively.

Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Samsung WB800F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-06-28 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
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) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 610 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | OLED | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
External flash | ||
AE 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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 pounds) | 218g (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Li-90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $380 | $300 |