Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic TS2

Below is a detailed review of the Olympus E-PM1 versus Panasonic TS2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and TS2 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM1 was launched 23 months later than the TS2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PM1 matches up vs the TS2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM1 provides outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PM1 versus Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the E-PM1 and the TS2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM1 and TS2 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM1 and TS2.

Plainly, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-PM1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic TS2 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher E-PM1 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.