Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 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
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The TG-820 iHS was released 2 years after the ZR3 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TG-820 iHS grades versus the ZR3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Panasonic ZR3
TG-820 iHS | ZR3 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 25 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1030k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+800k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
ZR3 | TG-820 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Panasonic ZR3
TG-820 iHS | ZR3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-820 iHS has external dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-820 iHS and the ZR3.
![Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-820-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR3-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-820 iHS and ZR3 is 92 and 94 respectively.
![Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-820-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The image underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-820 iHS and ZR3.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZR3 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TG-820 iHS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 sensor size comparison Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-TG-820-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-TG-820-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Olympus TG-820 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus TG-820 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-08 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 1,030 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lb) | 159 gr (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $500 | $280 |