Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched September 2012
(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
- Revealed February 2012

Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm XF1 and Olympus TG-820 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm XF1 was revealed 8 months after the TG-820 iHS so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades versus the TG-820 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
Fujifilm XF1 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 8 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Fujifilm XF1
TG-820 iHS | Fujifilm XF1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 1030k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+570k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XF1 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
Fujifilm XF1 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF1 provides physical measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Olympus TG-820 iHS has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm XF1 and Olympus TG-820 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 compared to the TG-820 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and TG-820 iHS is 90 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XF1 and TG-820 iHS.
As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XF1 provides the larger sensor which should make achieving bokeh simpler. The more recent Fujifilm XF1 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm XF1 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm XF1 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-09-17 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 1,030k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 255 grams (0.56 lbs) | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 199 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $380 | $500 |