Olympus E-450 vs Panasonic TS1

Here is a extensive review of the Olympus E-450 vs Panasonic TS1, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-450 (10MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very similar but the E-450 (Four Thirds) and TS1 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The E-450 was announced 3 months later than the TS1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the E-450 scores versus the TS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-450 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-450 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-450 has got outside dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-450 vs Panasonic TS1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the E-450 vs the TS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-450 and TS1 is 77 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-450 and TS1.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-450 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS1 will deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively.