Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FP2
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FP2 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
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FP2 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Panasonic FP2, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TG-820 iHS was announced 2 years after the FP2 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-820 iHS matches up against the FP2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FP2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Panasonic FP2
TG-820 iHS | FP2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 26 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1030k | 230k | Crisper display (+800k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
FP2 | TG-820 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic FP2
TG-820 iHS | FP2 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-820 iHS enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus TG-820 iHS versus Panasonic FP2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the FP2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and FP2 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-820 iHS and FP2.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP2 to give more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer TG-820 iHS provides an edge in sensor technology.
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications
Olympus TG-820 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus TG-820 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2012-02-08 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | Venus Engine IV |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,030 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 pounds) | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | 220 pictures | - |
Type 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $500 | $80 |