Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FH1
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 3000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS10
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FH1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Tough-3000 was manufactured within a month of the FH1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Tough-3000 grades versus the FH1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Panasonic FH1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Olympus Tough-3000
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Common features in the Olympus Tough-3000 and Panasonic FH1
Tough-3000 | FH1 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | January 2010 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus Tough-3000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FH1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Tough-3000 and the FH1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Tough-3000 and FH1 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Tough-3000 and FH1.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you should always take the age of the cameras into account.
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also called as | mju Tough 3000 | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) | 163 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $0 | $150 |