Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 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
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Launched January 2013
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TG-830 iHS was brought out 3 years after the FP3 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-830 iHS grades vs the FP3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Panasonic FP3
TG-830 iHS | FP3 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 37 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
FP3 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic FP3
TG-830 iHS | FP3 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-830 iHS has external measurements of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the FP3.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and FP3 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-830 iHS and FP3.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus TG-830 iHS to give more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher TG-830 iHS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | 300 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 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 |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $0 | $182 |