Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic TS6

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus E-P5 and Panasonic TS6, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-P5 was announced 15 months earlier than the TS6 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-P5 matches up against the TS6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P5 comes with exterior dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P5 and Panasonic TS6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the E-P5 vs the TS6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P5 and TS6 is 85 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P5 and TS6.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-P5 offers the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The older E-P5 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.