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Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
37
Overall
37
Olympus TG-610 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
44
Overall
39

Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 Key Specs

Olympus TG-610
(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
  • Launched January 2011
Panasonic FX700
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
  • 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
  • Introduced July 2010
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Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-610 (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-610 was brought out 6 months later than the FX700 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TG-610 scores vs the FX700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Panasonic FX700

 TG-610 FX700 
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Olympus TG-610

 FX700 TG-610 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Olympus TG-610 and Panasonic FX700

 TG-610 FX700 
IntroducedJanuary 2011July 2010Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-610 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has specifications of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-610 compared to the FX700.

Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-610 and FX700 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-610 and FX700.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-610 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FX700 Portrait photography factors
33
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
offers face detection autofocus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
38
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (14MP)
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-610 Street photography details
Panasonic FX700 Street photography details
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
57
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-610 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FX700 as a Sports photography camera
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
weather sealing
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (210 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
43
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-610 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic FX700 Travel photography highlights
64
weather sealing
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
bad battery pack (210 shots)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
65
megapixel count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-610 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FX700 Landscape photography advice
43
really wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
weather sealing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
bad battery pack (210 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse mode
49
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.2)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-610 Vlogging factors
Panasonic FX700 Vlogging factors
30
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection autofocus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic socket
33
pretty wide (24mm)
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Optical)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.2)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
doesn't have mic jack
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Olympus TG-610 vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-610 and Panasonic FX700
 Olympus TG-610Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Panasonic
Model Olympus TG-610 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-06 2010-07-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor TruePic III+ Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/2.2-5.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 920k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.20 m 7.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190 gr (0.42 lb) 176 gr (0.39 lb)
Physical dimensions 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 210 shots -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model LI-50B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $223 $399