Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FX40

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TG-630 iHS was released 4 years later than the FX48 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TG-630 iHS matches up against the FX48 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Panasonic FX48
TG-630 iHS | FX48 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 49 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
FX48 | TG-630 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic FX48
TG-630 iHS | FX48 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS has outer measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX48 has dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the FX48.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and FX48 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and FX48.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger TG-630 iHS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-08 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/3000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
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 (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 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 150 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 | 220 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $200 | $325 |