Olympus VH-410 vs Samsung TL500

Here is a complete analysis of the Olympus VH-410 and Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the VH-410 (16MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the VH-410 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The VH-410 was unveiled 2 years later than the TL500 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the VH-410 scores vs the TL500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-410 and Samsung TL500. The full galleries are available at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VH-410 features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL500 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Check the Olympus VH-410 and Samsung TL500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the VH-410 versus the TL500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VH-410 and TL500 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The visual here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-410 and TL500.

All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VH-410 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Olympus VH-410 will give more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer VH-410 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.