Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic TS1
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Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic TS1 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
- Released April 2010
- Superseded the Olympus E-P1
- Renewed by Olympus E-P3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Successor is Panasonic TS2

Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-P2 and Panasonic TS1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and TS1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

The E-P2 was launched 15 months after the TS1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-P2 scores vs the TS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P2 over the Panasonic TS1
E-P2 | TS1 | |||
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Released | April 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 15 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Olympus E-P2
TS1 | E-P2 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-P2 and Panasonic TS1
E-P2 | TS1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-P2 comes with physical measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-P2 and Panasonic TS1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-P2 compared to the TS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-P2 and TS1 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P2 and TS1.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The E-P2 includes the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The newer E-P2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-P2 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-P2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-04-22 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic V | - |
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 355 grams (0.78 lbs) | 189 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 505 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $799 | $380 |