Olympus E-PL9 vs Panasonic TS25

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus E-PL9 and Panasonic TS25, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is very close but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and TS25 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL9 was introduced 5 years later than the TS25 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the E-PL9 matches up versus the TS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL9 offers external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL9 versus the TS25.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL9 and TS25 is 85 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL9 and TS25.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The E-PL9 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The younger E-PL9 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.