Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic TS10
86 Imaging
47 Features
42 Overall
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93 Imaging
36 Features
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Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic TS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Announced July 2009
- Refreshed by Olympus E-P2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT10
Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic TS10 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Olympus E-P1 versus Panasonic TS10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-P1 (12MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is fairly similar but the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and TS10 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-P1 was released 5 months before the TS10 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-P1 grades vs the TS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic TS10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-P1 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P1 over the Panasonic TS10
E-P1 | TS10 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Olympus E-P1
TS10 | E-P1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-P1 and Panasonic TS10
E-P1 | TS10 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic TS10 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P1 enjoys exterior measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS10 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-P1 versus Panasonic TS10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the E-P1 compared to the TS10.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-P1 and TS10 is 86 and 93 respectively.
Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic TS10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P1 and TS10.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-P1 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic TS10 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively.
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Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic TS10 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-P1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FT10 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-07-29 | 2010-01-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic V | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 355 gr (0.78 pounds) | 188 gr (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 536 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $182 | $249 |