Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 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
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TG-2 iHS was unveiled 4 years later than the FS15 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the TG-2 iHS scores against the FS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Panasonic FS15
TG-2 iHS | FS15 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2009 | More recent by 55 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 610k | 230k | Crisper display (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
FS15 | TG-2 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Panasonic FS15
TG-2 iHS | FS15 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS enjoys exterior dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-2 iHS compared to the FS15.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-2 iHS and FS15 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and FS15.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer TG-2 iHS should have an advantage in sensor technology.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-06-28 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 610k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Li-90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $380 | $180 |