Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS1
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS1 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
- Introduced August 2012
- Superseded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Renewed by Panasonic TS2
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SP-820UZ was unveiled 3 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SP-820UZ scores against the TS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Panasonic TS1
SP-820UZ | TS1 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | January 2009 | More recent by 44 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
TS1 | SP-820UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Panasonic TS1
SP-820UZ | TS1 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-820UZ has outer dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-820UZ vs the TS1.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-820UZ and TS1 is 69 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and TS1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus SP-820UZ to offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern SP-820UZ will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-08-21 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 15.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 485 gr (1.07 lbs) | 189 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $299 | $380 |