Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic ZS70

Its time to examine more closely at the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic ZS70, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is relatively similar but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and ZS70 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The E-P5 was introduced 4 years prior to the ZS70 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-P5 grades versus the ZS70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-P5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P5 features physical dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the E-P5 and the ZS70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and ZS70 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P5 and ZS70.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-P5 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS70 will offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged E-P5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.