Olympus E-5 vs Olympus TG-810

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus E-5 versus Olympus TG-810, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-5 (12MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the E-5 (Four Thirds) and TG-810 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The E-5 was brought out 6 months earlier than the TG-810 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus TG-810 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the E-5 grades versus the TG-810 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-5 and Olympus TG-810. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-5 Gallery and Olympus TG-810 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-5 enjoys outside measurements of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-810 has measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-5 versus Olympus TG-810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-5 and the TG-810.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-5 and TG-810 is 58 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-5 and TG-810.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-5 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Olympus TG-810 will provide more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively.