Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic TS3
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Expand 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 Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Older Model is Panasonic TS2
- Renewed by Panasonic TS4
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic TS3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-100 was launched 2 years later than the TS3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-100 matches up against the TS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Panasonic TS3
SP-100 | TS3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | August 2011 | Fresher by 30 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Olympus SP-100
TS3 | SP-100 |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic TS3
SP-100 | TS3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-100 features external dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-100 and Panasonic TS3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-100 vs the TS3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and TS3 is 63 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and TS3.
As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SP-100 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger SP-100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-100 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-01-29 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dots | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 594 gr (1.31 pounds) | 197 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 images | 310 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $400 | $380 |