Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS5
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Old Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Released July 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Older Model is Panasonic TS4
- Replacement is Panasonic TS6
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SH-3 was introduced 2 years later than the TS5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SH-3 scores against the TS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Panasonic TS5
SH-3 | TS5 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | July 2013 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Olympus SH-3
TS5 | SH-3 |
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Common features in the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic TS5
SH-3 | TS5 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-3 offers external dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SH-3 versus Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-3 versus the TS5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH-3 and TS5 is 88 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-3 and TS5.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SH-3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2016-02-08 | 2013-07-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.5 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 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 | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 370 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $579 | $350 |