Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FH3
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Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Introduced April 2015
- Older Model is Olympus TG-3
- Successor is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS11

Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Olympus TG-4 and Panasonic FH3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TG-4 was brought out 5 years after the FH3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TG-4 matches up versus the FH3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Panasonic FH3
TG-4 | FH3 | |||
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Revealed | April 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 65 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Olympus TG-4
FH3 | TG-4 |
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Common features in the Olympus TG-4 and Panasonic FH3
TG-4 | FH3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-4 has got exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-4 and Panasonic FH3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-4 vs the FH3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and FH3 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and FH3.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-4 to show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher TG-4 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-4 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-4 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-04-13 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 380 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $379 | $160 |