Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung WB750

Here, we are matching up the Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung WB750, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was released 5 years later than the WB750 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TG-5 scores against the WB750 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Samsung WB750. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-5 features outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB750 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung WB750 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-5 against the WB750.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and WB750 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and WB750.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB750 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer TG-5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.