Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FH8
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FH8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FH8 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic FH8, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TG-830 iHS was released 13 months after the FH8 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TG-830 iHS scores vs the FH8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FH8 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Panasonic FH8
TG-830 iHS | FH8 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 13 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
FH8 | TG-830 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic FH8
TG-830 iHS | FH8 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FH8 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-830 iHS features outer measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH8 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-830 iHS versus Panasonic FH8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-830 iHS and the FH8.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-830 iHS and FH8 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FH8 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and FH8.
All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent TG-830 iHS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FH8 Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-08 | 2012-01-09 |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) | 123 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 | 300 photos | 260 photos |
Type 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 | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $0 | $149 |