Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic TS5

Following is a extensive comparison of the Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was announced 3 years before the TS5 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the TS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-30MR comes with outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 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).

Analyze the Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic TS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the TS5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and TS5 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-30MR and TS5.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-30MR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.