Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic TS3

Its time to examine more in depth at the Olympus E-M1X versus Panasonic TS3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and TS3 (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was revealed 7 years after the TS3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the E-M1X grades against the TS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1X has outside measurements of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1X versus Panasonic TS3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-M1X against the TS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and TS3 is 54 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1X and TS3.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-M1X using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus E-M1X will render more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern E-M1X is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.