Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1
Portability
95 Imaging
36 Features
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95 Imaging
36 Features
34 Overall
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Portability
93 Imaging
36 Features
36 Overall
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93 Imaging
36 Features
36 Overall
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Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
Olympus VH-515
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Announced August 2012
Panasonic 3D1
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(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
- Introduced November 2011
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Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe VH-515 was revealed 10 months after the 3D1 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the VH-515 grades vs the 3D1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-515 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The full galleries are available at Olympus VH-515 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Panasonic 3D1
| VH-515 | 3D1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2012 |  | November 2011 | More modern by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Olympus VH-515
| 3D1 | VH-515 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus VH-515 and Panasonic 3D1
| VH-515 | 3D1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VH-515 enjoys outside measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the VH-515 vs the 3D1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the VH-515 and 3D1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the VH-515 and 3D1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos although you would want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent VH-515 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus VH-515 Portrait photography info
Panasonic 3D1 Portrait photography info
provides face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
provides face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual mode
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with focus via touch
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with touch focus
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports photography with Panasonic 3D1
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking autofocus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300 seconds)
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (200 shots)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel photography with Panasonic 3D1
comes with focus via touch
built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
comes with touch focus
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
bad battery pack (200 per charge)
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Panasonic 3D1 Landscape photography information
fairly wide (26mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
pretty wide (25mm)
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
bad battery pack (200 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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fairly wide (26mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
does not have mic jack
pretty wide (25mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic support
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Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
| Olympus VH-515 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model | Olympus VH-515 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2012-08-21 | 2011-11-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.9-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 152g (0.34 lb) | 193g (0.43 lb) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" 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 | - | 200 images |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LI-50B | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $648 | $670 |