Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung ST150F
Portability
90 Imaging
40 Features
46 Overall
42
90 Imaging
40 Features
46 Overall
42
Portability
96 Imaging
40 Features
30 Overall
36
96 Imaging
40 Features
30 Overall
36
Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
Olympus TG-3
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Announced March 2014
- Replacement is Olympus TG-4
Samsung ST150F
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013
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The following is a thorough review of the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung ST150F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-3 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TG-3 was unveiled 15 months after the ST150F making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TG-3 grades against the ST150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-3 and Samsung ST150F. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-3 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Samsung ST150F
| TG-3 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | March 2014 |  | January 2013 | Newer by 15 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Olympus TG-3
| ST150F | TG-3 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung ST150F
| TG-3 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-3 has physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-3 and Samsung ST150F 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 select at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-3 vs the ST150F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-3 and ST150F is 90 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-3 and ST150F.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern TG-3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Olympus TG-3
Portrait photography with Samsung ST150F
good resolution (16MP)
features face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
features face detection focus
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street photography with Olympus TG-3
Street photography with Samsung ST150F
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competition in class (247g)
lighter than competition in class (114g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports photography with Olympus TG-3
Sports photography with Samsung ST150F
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
environment proof
good battery (330 CIPA)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Olympus TG-3 Travel photography features
Samsung ST150F Travel photography features
good battery (330 shots)
environment proof
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
heavier than competition in class (247g)
display is not selfie friendly
lighter than competition in class (114 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape photography with Olympus TG-3
Landscape photography with Samsung ST150F
fairly wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
environment proof
good battery (330 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
really wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Olympus TG-3 Vlogging advice
Samsung ST150F Vlogging advice
fairly wide (25mm)
great maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of mic support
heavier than competition in class (247 grams)
really wide (25mm)
features face detection focus
lighter than competition in class (114 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic socket
Photography Glossary
Olympus TG-3 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-3 | Samsung ST150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model type | Olympus Tough TG-3 | Samsung ST150F |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2014-03-31 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic VII | - |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 247 gr (0.54 lb) | 114 gr (0.25 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 | 330 shots | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $350 | $300 |
