Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP8
94 Imaging
35 Features
21 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
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Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP8 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
- Released July 2009
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 8000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Released July 2009
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP8 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic FP8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 8000 was revealed about the same time to the FP8 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 8000 scores vs the FP8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP8 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Panasonic FP8
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Olympus 8000
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Common features in the Olympus 8000 and Panasonic FP8
8000 | FP8 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | July 2009 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus 8000 has got exterior dimensions 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 Panasonic FP8 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic FP8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 8000 versus the FP8.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and FP8 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and FP8.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you should really take the release date of the cameras into account.
Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 |
Also referred to as | mju Tough 8000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-07-01 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 182g (0.40 lb) | 151g (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $380 | $300 |