Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung ST90
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Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Announced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011

Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus VH-410 versus Samsung ST90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VH-410 was released 20 months later than the ST90 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VH-410 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the VH-410 grades vs the ST90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-410 and Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Samsung ST90
VH-410 | ST90 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 20 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Olympus VH-410
ST90 | VH-410 |
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Common features in the Olympus VH-410 and Samsung ST90
VH-410 | ST90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus VH-410 has got external dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Olympus VH-410 versus Samsung ST90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the VH-410 compared to the ST90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and ST90 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-410 and ST90.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus VH-410 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher VH-410 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Olympus VH-410 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus VH-410 | Samsung ST90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2012-08-21 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152 gr (0.34 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $186 | $150 |