Olympus E-PL6 vs Panasonic TS5

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-PL6 versus Panasonic TS5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and TS5 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The E-PL6 was manufactured 13 months later than the TS5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-PL6 matches up vs the TS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL6 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PL6 versus Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the E-PL6 vs the TS5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL6 and TS5 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL6 and TS5.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The E-PL6 features the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field easier. The more recent E-PL6 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.