Olympus TG-6 vs Samsung WB250F

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-6 and Samsung WB250F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was released 6 years later than the WB250F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TG-6 scores vs the WB250F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-6 has outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-6 versus the WB250F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and WB250F is 90 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-6 and WB250F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB250F to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent TG-6 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.