Olympus E-PL1s vs Panasonic TS1

Below is a thorough overview of the Olympus E-PL1s versus Panasonic TS1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-PL1s (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very well matched but the E-PL1s (Four Thirds) and TS1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The E-PL1s was announced 22 months later than the TS1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the E-PL1s matches up versus the TS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL1s and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL1s has got physical dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-PL1s versus Panasonic TS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PL1s compared to the TS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL1s and TS1 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL1s and TS1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The E-PL1s has the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The fresher E-PL1s is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.