Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic 3D1
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Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced July 2009
- Also Known as mju Tough 8000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched November 2011
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 8000 was revealed 3 years before the 3D1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 8000 matches up vs the 3D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Panasonic 3D1
8000 | 3D1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Olympus 8000
3D1 | 8000 | |||
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Launched | November 2011 | July 2009 | Newer by 28 months | |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 8000 and Panasonic 3D1
8000 | 3D1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 8000 has outer dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 8000 compared to the 3D1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and 3D1 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and 3D1.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged 8000 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Also referred to as | mju Tough 8000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-07-01 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 lb) | 193 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 200 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $380 | $670 |