Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX3
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced November 2008
- Refreshed by Panasonic LX5
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX3 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic LX3, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") possess totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TG-1 iHS was launched 3 years later than the LX3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TG-1 iHS matches up vs the LX3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Panasonic LX3
TG-1 iHS | LX3 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | November 2008 | More recent by 43 months | |
Display resolution | 610k | 460k | Clearer display (+150k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
LX3 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic LX3
TG-1 iHS | LX3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-1 iHS provides exterior dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic LX3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the LX3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and LX3 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-1 iHS and LX3.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TG-1 iHS featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Olympus TG-1 iHS will show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern TG-1 iHS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic LX3 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-05-08 | 2008-11-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-60mm (2.5x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 610k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.30 m |
Flash settings | - | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (HD 24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (10fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) | 265 gr (0.58 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 39 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 94 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $399 | $449 |