Olympus E-PM1 vs Panasonic TS6

Below is a complete comparison of the Olympus E-PM1 versus Panasonic TS6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-PM1 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) and the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and TS6 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The E-PM1 was released 4 years earlier than the TS6 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the E-PM1 matches up vs the TS6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PM1 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-PM1 versus Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the E-PM1 and the TS6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM1 and TS6 is 89 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM1 and TS6.

As you can see, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-PM1 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic TS6 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older E-PM1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.