Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS5

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus 9000 vs Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the 9000 (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was announced 5 years earlier than the TS5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the 9000 matches up vs the TS5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 9000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus 9000 features physical measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has specifications 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 9000 vs Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 9000 and the TS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 9000 and TS5.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic TS5 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older 9000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.