Olympus E-420 vs Panasonic TS4

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-420 vs Panasonic TS4, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-420 (10MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is relatively similar but the E-420 (Four Thirds) and TS4 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The E-420 was released 4 years earlier than the TS4 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-420 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-420 grades versus the TS4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-420 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-420 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-420 comes with exterior measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-420 against the TS4.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-420 and TS4 is 77 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-420 and TS4.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-420 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic TS4 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older E-420 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.