Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP1
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP1 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TG-2 iHS was launched 3 years later than the FP1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TG-2 iHS grades vs the FP1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Panasonic FP1
TG-2 iHS | FP1 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 43 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 610k | 230k | Crisper screen (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
FP1 | TG-2 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic FP1
TG-2 iHS | FP1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS has got external measurements of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the FP1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and FP1 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-2 iHS and FP1.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer TG-2 iHS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-06-28 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 610k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) | 151 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 350 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Li-90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $380 | $153 |