Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FH3
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe XZ-10 was launched 3 years later than the FH3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the XZ-10 scores against the FH3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Panasonic FH3
XZ-10 | FH3 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2010 | More recent by 38 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Olympus XZ-10
FH3 | XZ-10 |
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Common features in the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic FH3
XZ-10 | FH3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-10 comes with outside measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic FH3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the XZ-10 compared to the FH3.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and FH3 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-10 and FH3.
As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH3 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer XZ-10 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-30 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.7 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221g (0.49 lb) | 165g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 | 240 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $428 | $160 |