Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic TS5
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Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 997g - 144 x 147 x 75mm
- Revealed January 2019
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced July 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS4
- Renewed by Panasonic TS6
Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic TS5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and TS5 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-M1X was announced 5 years after the TS5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-M1X scores versus the TS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1X over the Panasonic TS5
E-M1X | TS5 | |||
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Announced | January 2019 | July 2013 | Newer by 68 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Crisper screen (+577k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Olympus E-M1X
TS5 | E-M1X |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic TS5
E-M1X | TS5 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1X has got outside dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M1X and Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M1X versus the TS5.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1X and TS5 is 54 and 91 respectively.
Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1X and TS5.
As you have seen, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1X having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus E-M1X will result in extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-M1X vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1X | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2019-01-24 | 2013-07-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Dual TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB-PD allows charging by laptop or external power bank) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 997 gr (2.20 pounds) | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 147 x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 870 photos | 370 photos |
Form of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Price at release | $2,999 | $350 |