Olympus E-P1 vs Panasonic TS2

Here is a detailed comparison of the Olympus E-P1 versus Panasonic TS2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-P1 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and TS2 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The E-P1 was manufactured 6 months earlier than the TS2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-P1 grades vs the TS2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P1 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P1 comes with outside measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-P1 versus Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the E-P1 versus the TS2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-P1 and TS2 is 86 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P1 and TS2.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-P1 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic TS2 will produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively.