Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic TS5

In this article, we are comparing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was released 6 months earlier than the TS5 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS grades against the TS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS versus the TS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and TS5 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and TS5.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to take the release date of the cameras into account.