Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic TS4

Here is a detailed analysis of the Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic TS4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 550WP (10MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 550WP was brought out 4 years prior to the TS4 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the 550WP grades versus the TS4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 550WP offers external measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 550WP vs Panasonic TS4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 550WP and the TS4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 550WP and TS4 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 550WP and TS4.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS4 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older 550WP is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.