Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(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
- Released April 2015
- Old Model is Olympus TG-3
- Renewed by Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released August 2012
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TG-4 was launched 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-4 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TG-4 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Released | April 2015 | August 2012 | More recent by 32 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 0k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Olympus TG-4
Galaxy Camera 3G | TG-4 | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-4 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TG-4 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 offers physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-4 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 90 and 90 respectively.
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer TG-4 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-4 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-4 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-04-13 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VII | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 lb) | 305g (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 380 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $379 | $606 |