Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP7
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP7 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP7, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and FP7 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TG-2 iHS was manufactured 2 years later than the FP7 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the TG-2 iHS scores versus the FP7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Panasonic FP7
TG-2 iHS | FP7 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | January 2011 | More recent by 31 months | |
Display resolution | 610k | 230k | Sharper display (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
FP7 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic FP7
TG-2 iHS | FP7 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-2 iHS enjoys exterior dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the FP7.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and FP7 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-2 iHS and FP7.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FP7 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern TG-2 iHS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-06-28 | 2011-01-05 |
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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 610k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | OLED | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lbs) | 147g (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 240 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $380 | $227 |