Olympus E-PL2 vs Panasonic TS4

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus E-PL2 versus Panasonic TS4, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL2 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and TS4 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL2 was brought out 11 months earlier than the TS4 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the E-PL2 scores vs the TS4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL2 comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-PL2 versus Panasonic TS4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PL2 vs the TS4.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and TS4 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL2 and TS4.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The E-PL2 has the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged E-PL2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.