Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic S5

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic S5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the TG-320 (14MP) and S5 (24MP) and the TG-320 (1/2.3") and S5 (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

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The TG-320 was revealed 9 years prior to the S5 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-320 grades versus the S5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-320 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-320 Gallery & Panasonic S5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-320 enjoys outer dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 has proportions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-320 compared to the S5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-320 and S5 is 94 and 60 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-320 and S5.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-320 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic S5 will offer more detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older TG-320 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.