Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2012
Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and TG-820 iHS (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm T550 was brought out 12 months later than the TG-820 iHS and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm T550 grades against the TG-820 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
Fujifilm T550 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Fujifilm T550
TG-820 iHS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Display resolution | 1030k | 230k | Sharper display (+800k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
Fujifilm T550 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T550 has got physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Olympus TG-820 iHS has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm T550 versus the TG-820 iHS.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T550 and TG-820 iHS is 95 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and TG-820 iHS.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm T550 to show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm T550 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm T550 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,030 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 | - | 220 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $160 | $500 |