Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS4
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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- Superseded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Renewed by Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS3
- Later Model is Panasonic TS5
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Panasonic TS4, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SP-820UZ was launched 7 months after the TS4 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SP-820UZ matches up against the TS4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Panasonic TS4
SP-820UZ | TS4 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | January 2012 | Newer by 7 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
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Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Panasonic TS4
SP-820UZ | TS4 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-820UZ has got exterior dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Panasonic TS4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-820UZ and the TS4.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and TS4 is 69 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-820UZ and TS4.
As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-820UZ to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer SP-820UZ will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-08-21 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 15.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 485 grams (1.07 lbs) | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 310 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $299 | $399 |