Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH1
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS10
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic FH1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and FH1 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SP-100 was released 4 years after the FH1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SP-100 scores vs the FH1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Panasonic FH1
SP-100 | FH1 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 50 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Olympus SP-100
FH1 | SP-100 |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic FH1
SP-100 | FH1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-100 features outside measurements of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-100 versus Panasonic FH1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-100 compared to the FH1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and FH1 is 63 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-100 and FH1.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-100 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The newer SP-100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-01-29 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 594 gr (1.31 pounds) | 163 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $400 | $150 |