Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS6
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Previous 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
- Introduced January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Replaced the Panasonic TS5
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SH-3 was launched 14 months after the TS6 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SH-3 grades against the TS6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Panasonic TS6
SH-3 | TS6 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | January 2015 | Newer by 14 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Olympus SH-3
TS6 | SH-3 |
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Common features in the Olympus SH-3 and Panasonic TS6
SH-3 | TS6 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-3 enjoys external measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SH-3 vs the TS6.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-3 and TS6 is 88 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-3 and TS6.
Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SH-3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus SH-3 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2016-02-08 | 2015-01-06 |
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 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.5 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 file 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 gr (0.60 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
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 All around 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 pictures | 370 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $579 | $300 |