Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS20
Portability
69 Imaging
38 Features
29 Overall
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69 Imaging
38 Features
29 Overall
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Portability
95 Imaging
39 Features
28 Overall
34
95 Imaging
39 Features
28 Overall
34
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
(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
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- New Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
Panasonic TS20
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT20
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Here, we will be matching up the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-820UZ was introduced 7 months after the TS20 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-820UZ matches up vs the TS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Panasonic TS20
| SP-820UZ | TS20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2012 |  | January 2012 | More modern by 7 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
| TS20 | SP-820UZ |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Panasonic TS20
| SP-820UZ | TS20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-820UZ offers external dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-820UZ and the TS20.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and TS20 is 69 and 95 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-820UZ and TS20.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic TS20 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher SP-820UZ should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus SP-820UZ Portrait photography details
Panasonic TS20 Portrait photography details
good resolution (14 megapixels)
features face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Olympus SP-820UZ Street photography features
Panasonic TS20 Street photography features
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than competitors in class (485g)
image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
lighter than competition (142g)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Olympus SP-820UZ Sports photography information
Panasonic TS20 Sports photography information
excellent zoom range (22-896mm 40.7 x zoom)
good resolution (14MP)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
environment sealing
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Olympus SP-820UZ Travel photography factors
Panasonic TS20 Travel photography factors
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (22mm)
great zoom (896mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (485 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
lighter than competition (142 grams)
environment sealing
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape photography with Olympus SP-820UZ
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS20
decently wide (22mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Olympus SP-820UZ Vlogging highlights
Panasonic TS20 Vlogging highlights
decently wide (22mm)
features face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have external mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (485 grams)
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (142 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
| Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2012-01-31 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.9-5.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 15.00 m | 4.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 485 gr (1.07 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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 | - | 250 photographs |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $299 | $179 |