Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic TS4
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Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 313g - 110 x 64 x 37mm
- Released September 2011
- Old Model is Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Superseded the Panasonic TS3
- Later Model is Panasonic TS5
Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Olympus E-PL3 versus Panasonic TS4, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL3 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is very well matched but the E-PL3 (Four Thirds) and TS4 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PL3 was revealed 4 months earlier than the TS4 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-PL3 grades versus the TS4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-PL3 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL3 over the Panasonic TS4
E-PL3 | TS4 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Olympus E-PL3
TS4 | E-PL3 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL3 and Panasonic TS4
E-PL3 | TS4 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | January 2012 | Similar age | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL3 has outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Olympus E-PL3 versus Panasonic TS4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PL3 against the TS4.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL3 and TS4 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL3 and TS4.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The E-PL3 has got the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler.
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Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-09-20 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Truepic VI | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313 grams (0.69 lb) | 197 grams (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 499 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 310 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $399 |