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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
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Olympus TG-630 iHS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

Olympus TG-630 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2009
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was unveiled 4 years after the FS15 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TG-630 iHS scores versus the FS15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Panasonic FS15

 TG-630 iHS FS15 
RevealedJanuary 2013January 2009Newer by 49 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS

 FS15 TG-630 iHS 

Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic FS15

 TG-630 iHS FS15 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-630 iHS compared to the FS15.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and FS15 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-630 iHS and FS15.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files although you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer TG-630 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Portrait photography camera
27
offers face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
20
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Olympus TG-630 iHS
Street photography with Panasonic FS15
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus TG-630 iHS
Sports photography with Panasonic FS15
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low battery (220 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Travel photography info
Panasonic FS15 Travel photography info
59
weather proof
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
low battery (220 shots)
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
51
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Landscape photography details
Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography details
39
quite wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual exposure
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low battery (220 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse recording
27
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
no manual mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-630 iHS Vlogging info
Panasonic FS15 Vlogging info
33
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
does not have microphone support
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external microphone port
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic FS15
 Olympus TG-630 iHSPanasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Brand Name Olympus Panasonic
Model Olympus TG-630 iHS Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Category Waterproof Ultracompact
Released 2013-01-08 2009-01-16
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 3968 x 2976 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 5.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 167 grams (0.37 lbs) 136 grams (0.30 lbs)
Dimensions 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 220 images -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model LI-50B -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $200 $180