Olympus 8000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS
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Olympus 8000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched July 2009
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 8000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 346g - 113 x 65 x 48mm
- Launched December 2012
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Overview
Here is a extended review of the Olympus 8000 versus Olympus XZ-2 iHS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Olympus. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) is very comparable but the 8000 (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 8000 was revealed 4 years earlier than the XZ-2 iHS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 8000 grades against the XZ-2 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The full galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Olympus XZ-2 iHS
8000 | XZ-2 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-2 iHS over the Olympus 8000
XZ-2 iHS | 8000 | |||
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Launched | December 2012 | July 2009 | Fresher by 42 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 8000 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS
8000 | XZ-2 iHS | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8000 comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus 8000 versus Olympus XZ-2 iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 8000 versus the XZ-2 iHS.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and XZ-2 iHS is 94 and 85 respectively.
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 8000 and XZ-2 iHS.
As you can see, both the cameras provide the same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The 8000 has the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The older 8000 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus 8000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 8000 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Olympus XZ-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Olympus XZ-2 iHS |
Other name | mju Tough 8000 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-01 | 2012-12-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 8.60 m (ISO 800) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182g (0.40 lbs) | 346g (0.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 113 x 65 x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 216 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $380 | $450 |