Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FS15
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FS15, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and FS15 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-100 was revealed 5 years later than the FS15 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SP-100 matches up versus the FS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Panasonic FS15
SP-100 | FS15 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2009 | Fresher by 62 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Olympus SP-100
FS15 | SP-100 |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic FS15
SP-100 | FS15 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-100 has got external dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") along with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SP-100 against the FS15.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and FS15 is 63 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and FS15.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-100 to result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer SP-100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2014-01-29 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 594g (1.31 lbs) | 136g (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 | 330 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $400 | $180 |