Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Launched August 2012
- Old Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS35
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-820UZ was announced 20 months after the FH25 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SP-820UZ scores against the FH25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Panasonic FH25
SP-820UZ | FH25 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 20 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
FH25 | SP-820UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Panasonic FH25
SP-820UZ | FH25 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-820UZ has got outside measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has sizing of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-820UZ and the FH25.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-820UZ and FH25 is 69 and 94 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-820UZ and FH25.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH25 to show extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent SP-820UZ provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 15.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 485g (1.07 lbs) | 159g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 250 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $299 | $180 |