Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1
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Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(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
(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
Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
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.
Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
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 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | November 2011 | More modern by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Olympus VH-515
3D1 | VH-515 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus VH-515 and Panasonic 3D1
VH-515 | 3D1 | |||
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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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Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Olympus VH-515 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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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 |