Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic TS3

In this write-up, we are comparing the Olympus E-PL2 versus Panasonic TS3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and TS3 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL2 was unveiled 6 months prior to the TS3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-PL2 matches up against the TS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL2 features external dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Panasonic TS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PL2 versus Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PL2 vs the TS3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL2 and TS3 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL2 and TS3.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The E-PL2 contains the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult.