Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic TS3
92 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
31 Overall
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Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
- Released February 2010
- Additionally referred to as mju Tough 8010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched August 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS2
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS4

Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Olympus 8010 and Panasonic TS3, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The 8010 was launched 18 months earlier than the TS3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 8010 grades vs the TS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Panasonic TS3
8010 | TS3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Olympus 8010
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
Common features in the Olympus 8010 and Panasonic TS3
8010 | TS3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8010 offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Olympus 8010 and Panasonic TS3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the 8010 versus the TS3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and TS3 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and TS3.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus 8010 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged 8010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Olympus 8010 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Alternative name | mju Tough 8010 | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | Venus Engine FHD |
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 | 13 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) | 197 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 310 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $600 | $380 |