Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX78
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX77

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic FX78, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TG-630 iHS was introduced 24 months later than the FX78 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the TG-630 iHS matches up against the FX78 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Panasonic FX78
TG-630 iHS | FX78 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
FX78 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic FX78
TG-630 iHS | FX78 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers external measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Panasonic FX78 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the FX78.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and FX78 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-630 iHS and FX78.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-630 iHS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-08 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 photographs | 200 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $210 |