Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FS12
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FS12 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic FS12, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and FS12 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TG-830 iHS was brought out 3 years after the FS12 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TG-830 iHS grades against the FS12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Panasonic FS12
TG-830 iHS | FS12 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | April 2009 | More modern by 46 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
FS12 | TG-830 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic FS12
TG-830 iHS | FS12 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-830 iHS comes with outer 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) whilst the Panasonic FS12 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Panasonic FS12 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-830 iHS compared to the FS12.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-830 iHS and FS12 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-830 iHS and FS12.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-830 iHS to give more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more modern TG-830 iHS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus TG-830 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-01-08 | 2009-04-17 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lb) | 129 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery format | 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 card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $0 | $228 |