Olympus 1s vs Panasonic FH3

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus 1s versus Panasonic FH3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is very well matched but the 1s (1/1.7") and FH3 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The 1s was launched 5 years later than the FH3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 1s grades versus the FH3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1s & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 1s Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 1s offers outside dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 1s compared to the FH3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1s and FH3 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1s and FH3.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1s due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic FH3 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger 1s provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.