Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is mju Tough 3000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 660g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Released January 2018
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Panasonic GH5S, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the GH5S (10MP) is relatively similar but the Tough-3000 (1/2.3") and GH5S (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.
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The Tough-3000 was announced 9 years prior to the GH5S which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus Tough-3000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the Tough-3000 matches up versus the GH5S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery and Panasonic GH5S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Panasonic GH5S
Tough-3000 | GH5S |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5S over the Olympus Tough-3000
GH5S | Tough-3000 | |||
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Released | January 2018 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 97 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+1390k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus Tough-3000 and Panasonic GH5S
Tough-3000 | GH5S |
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus Tough-3000 has outer measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5S has proportions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Panasonic GH5S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Tough-3000 vs the GH5S.
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S size comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH5S-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Tough-3000 and GH5S is 94 and 62 respectively.
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S top view buttons comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH5S-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Tough-3000 and GH5S.
All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Tough-3000 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Olympus Tough-3000 will deliver greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Tough-3000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S sensor size comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH5S-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-GH5S-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic GH5S Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S |
Also called as | mju Tough 3000 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-01-07 | 2018-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | Venus Engine 10 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3680 x 2760 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | - |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.2 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,620k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 pounds) | 660 gr (1.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") |
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 | - | 440 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II V60 cards supported) |
Card slots | Single | 2 |
Price at release | $0 | $2,498 |