Olympus E-M5 II vs Olympus TG-870

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus E-M5 II and Olympus TG-870, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both are created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-M5 II (16MP) and the TG-870 (16MP) is very similar but the E-M5 II (Four Thirds) and TG-870 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M5 II was revealed 11 months before the TG-870 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M5 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the E-M5 II matches up versus the TG-870 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M5 II and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M5 II Gallery and Olympus TG-870 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-M5 II features physical dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-870 has specifications of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M5 II and Olympus TG-870 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the E-M5 II against the TG-870.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M5 II and TG-870 is 80 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M5 II and TG-870.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The E-M5 II has got the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The older E-M5 II is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.