Olympus TG-860 vs Panasonic G5

Lets look more closely at the Olympus TG-860 and Panasonic G5, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-860 (16MP) and the G5 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the TG-860 (1/2.3") and G5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The TG-860 was manufactured 2 years later than the G5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TG-860 matches up vs the G5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-860 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-860 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-860 and Panasonic G5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-860 against the G5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-860 and G5 is 91 and 74 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-860 and G5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The TG-860 features the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The newer TG-860 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.