Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic FP3

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic FP3, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was introduced 2 years after the FP3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the TG-1 iHS scores vs the FP3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-1 iHS features exterior measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic FP3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the TG-1 iHS and the FP3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and FP3 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and FP3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FP3 to deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger TG-1 iHS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.