Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FH6
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Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FH6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 190g - 96 x 65 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2012
Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-610 and Panasonic FH6, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TG-610 was revealed 12 months before the FH6 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TG-610 grades vs the FH6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FH6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-610 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-610 Gallery & Panasonic FH6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Panasonic FH6
TG-610 | FH6 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Olympus TG-610
FH6 | TG-610 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus TG-610 and Panasonic FH6
TG-610 | FH6 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-610 offers external dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH6 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-610 and Panasonic FH6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-610 and the FH6.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-610 and FH6 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-610 and FH6.
All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images although you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged TG-610 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications
Olympus TG-610 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus TG-610 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) | 119 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 280 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $223 | $129 |