Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus TG-320
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus TG-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched November 2010
- Superseded the Olympus E-PL1
- Later Model is Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Announced January 2012
Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus TG-320 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus TG-320, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-PL1s (12MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the E-PL1s (Four Thirds) and TG-320 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PL1s was unveiled 14 months before the TG-320 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the E-PL1s scores versus the TG-320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus TG-320 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL1s and Olympus TG-320. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Olympus TG-320
E-PL1s | TG-320 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Olympus E-PL1s
TG-320 | E-PL1s | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | November 2010 | More modern by 14 months |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL1s and Olympus TG-320
E-PL1s | TG-320 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus TG-320 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL1s enjoys external measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Olympus TG-320 has sizing of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus TG-320 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL1s against the TG-320.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL1s and TG-320 is 86 and 94 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus TG-320 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL1s and TG-320.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-PL1s using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus TG-320 will produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-PL1s will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Olympus TG-320 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Olympus TG-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Olympus TG-320 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-11-16 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Truepic V | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | 334g (0.74 lb) | 155g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 pictures | 150 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-1 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $599 | $0 |