Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ80
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ80 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Bump 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
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- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 616g - 130 x 94 x 119mm
- Released January 2017
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ82
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ80 Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the FZ80 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SP-100 was launched 3 years prior to the FZ80 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SP-100 grades vs the FZ80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ80 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Panasonic FZ80
SP-100 | FZ80 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ80 over the Olympus SP-100
FZ80 | SP-100 | |||
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Released | January 2017 | January 2014 | More recent by 35 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic FZ80
SP-100 | FZ80 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ80 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-100 has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ80 has measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic FZ80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SP-100 and the FZ80.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and FZ80 is 63 and 63 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and FZ80.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FZ80 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older SP-100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic FZ80 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FZ82 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-29 | 2017-01-04 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 14.10 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, 1st Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
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 | 594 grams (1.31 lb) | 616 grams (1.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 130 x 94 x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") |
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 photos | 330 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 images x 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $400 | $399 |