Olympus E-PL9 vs Olympus TG-810

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus E-PL9 versus Olympus TG-810, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Olympus. The resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is pretty similar but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and TG-810 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL9 was introduced 6 years later than the TG-810 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-810 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-PL9 grades against the TG-810 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL9 and Olympus TG-810. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery and Olympus TG-810 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL9 offers outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-810 has sizing of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PL9 against the TG-810.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL9 and TG-810 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL9 and TG-810.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-PL9 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-PL9 will offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer E-PL9 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.