Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic TS1

Below is a complete review of the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was introduced 6 months later than the TS1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 8000 matches up vs the TS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 8000 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 8000 versus Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 8000 compared to the TS1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and TS1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and TS1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you need to take the production date of the cameras into account.