Olympus TG-5 vs Samsung WB850F

The following is a in depth assessment of the Olympus TG-5 versus Samsung WB850F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was unveiled 5 years after the WB850F which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TG-5 matches up vs the WB850F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-5 enjoys outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-5 versus Samsung WB850F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-5 against the WB850F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-5 and WB850F is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and WB850F.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB850F to give you more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher TG-5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.