Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus TG-5

Here is a extended overview of the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus TG-5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both are built by Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the E-M1 (16MP) and TG-5 (12MP) and the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and TG-5 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The E-M1 was launched 4 years before the TG-5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the E-M1 scores against the TG-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Olympus Tough TG-5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 has physical measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus TG-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-M1 versus the TG-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and TG-5 is 71 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and TG-5.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus E-M1 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older E-M1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.