Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH1
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Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS10
Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe VH-515 was unveiled 2 years after the FH1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the VH-515 matches up vs the FH1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-515 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are available at Olympus VH-515 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Panasonic FH1
VH-515 | FH1 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 32 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Olympus VH-515
FH1 | VH-515 |
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Common features in the Olympus VH-515 and Panasonic FH1
VH-515 | FH1 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VH-515 has exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the VH-515 compared to the FH1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and FH1 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-515 and FH1.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images although you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer VH-515 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus VH-515 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Olympus VH-515 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VH-515 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-08-21 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 grams (0.34 lb) | 163 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $648 | $150 |