Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1
90 Imaging
39 Features
54 Overall
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93 Imaging
36 Features
36 Overall
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Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched May 2019
- Earlier Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed November 2011
Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TG-6 was brought out 7 years after the 3D1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TG-6 grades vs the 3D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Panasonic 3D1
TG-6 | 3D1 | |||
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Revealed | May 2019 | November 2011 | Newer by 92 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Olympus TG-6
3D1 | TG-6 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus TG-6 and Panasonic 3D1
TG-6 | 3D1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 comes with external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-6 versus the 3D1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-6 and 3D1 is 90 and 93 respectively.
Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and 3D1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-6 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2019-05-22 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 253 gr (0.56 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | 340 photos | 200 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $449 | $670 |