Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic F5
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Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic F5 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
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternative Name is mju Tough 8000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
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Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the F5 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 8000 was announced 4 years earlier than the F5 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 8000 matches up against the F5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Panasonic F5
| 8000 | F5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Olympus 8000
| F5 | 8000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | July 2009 | More modern by 42 months |
Common features in the Olympus 8000 and Panasonic F5
| 8000 | F5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8000 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic F5 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic F5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 8000 against the F5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and F5 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 8000 and F5.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic F5 to result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged 8000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
| Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
| Other name | mju Tough 8000 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-07-01 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.70 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 182g (0.40 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 images |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $380 | $100 |
