Olympus TG-850 iHS vs Panasonic TS5

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Panasonic TS5, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-850 iHS (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-850 iHS was brought out 7 months later than the TS5 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TG-850 iHS scores vs the TS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-850 iHS comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic TS5 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-850 iHS and Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-850 iHS vs the TS5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-850 iHS and TS5 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-850 iHS and TS5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-850 iHS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.