• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 875.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 8.3 megapixels
  • 13.90mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung WB2100 advantages over Olympus TG-Tracker

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • More telephoto lens reach
    875 mm vs 14 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • More pixels
    16.0 vs 8.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Olympus TG-Tracker advantages over Samsung WB2100

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.61 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.0 vs f/3.0
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Thinner
    35 mm vs 56 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    8 years vs 11 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    180g vs 503g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    14 mm vs 25 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Olympus TG-2

Samsung WB2100
Olympus TG-2
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Bigger pixels
Olympus TG-Tracker
Olympus TG-2
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Nikon L830

Samsung WB2100
Nikon L830
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Manual focus
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 1080p video
Olympus TG-Tracker
Nikon L830
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Bigger pixels
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Fujifilm S8600

Samsung WB2100
Fujifilm S8600
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
Olympus TG-Tracker
Fujifilm S8600
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Bigger pixels
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Nikon L840

Samsung WB2100
Nikon L840
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Thinner
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • HDMI out
Olympus TG-Tracker
Nikon L840
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Olympus TG-5

Samsung WB2100
Olympus TG-5
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Focus peaking
Olympus TG-Tracker
Olympus TG-5
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Focus peaking
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