Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic FH3

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Panasonic FH3, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was brought out 4 years after the FH3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TG-850 iHS grades against the FH3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-850 iHS comes with external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-850 iHS versus Panasonic FH3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-850 iHS against the FH3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-850 iHS and FH3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-850 iHS and FH3.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus TG-850 iHS to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer TG-850 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.