Olympus E-420 vs Panasonic TS10

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-420 versus Panasonic TS10, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the E-420 (10MP) and TS10 (14MP) and the E-420 (Four Thirds) and TS10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The E-420 was introduced 19 months earlier than the TS10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-420 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the E-420 scores against the TS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-420 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-420 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-420 has outer dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS10 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-420 versus Panasonic TS10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the E-420 against the TS10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-420 and TS10 is 77 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-420 and TS10.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-420 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic TS10 will deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older E-420 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.