Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung WB800F

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-5 versus Samsung WB800F, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was brought out 4 years after the WB800F which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the TG-5 scores vs the WB800F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-5 features external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-5 versus Samsung WB800F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TG-5 and the WB800F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-5 and WB800F is 90 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and WB800F.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung WB800F to give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TG-5 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.