Fujifilm A100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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Fujifilm A100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Announced May 2012
Fujifilm A100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm A100 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe Fujifilm A100 was revealed 4 years earlier than the TG-1 iHS and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm A100 scores against the TG-1 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm A100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A100 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A100 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
Fujifilm A100 | TG-1 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Fujifilm A100
TG-1 iHS | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | February 2009 | More recent by 39 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 610k | 230k | Clearer screen (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm A100 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
Fujifilm A100 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm A100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm A100 comes with outer dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm A100 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm A100 compared to the TG-1 iHS.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A100 and TG-1 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm A100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm A100 and TG-1 iHS.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-1 iHS to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm A100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm A100 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-02-04 | 2012-05-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 610 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 lbs) | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
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 life | - | 350 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $0 | $399 |