Olympus E-PL9 vs Panasonic TS10

Let's look much closer at the Olympus E-PL9 and Panasonic TS10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is relatively similar but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and TS10 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL9 was revealed 8 years after the TS10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the E-PL9 scores against the TS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL9 provides external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-PL9 and Panasonic TS10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL9 and the TS10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL9 and TS10 is 85 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL9 and TS10.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-PL9 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-PL9 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger E-PL9 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.