Olympus TG-320 vs Panasonic FZ2500

The following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic FZ2500, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the TG-320 (14MP) and FZ2500 (20MP) and the TG-320 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The TG-320 was released 5 years earlier than the FZ2500 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TG-320 matches up versus the FZ2500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus TG-320 has got exterior dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ2500 has specifications of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-320 versus Panasonic FZ2500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-320 versus the FZ2500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-320 and FZ2500 is 94 and 53 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-320 and FZ2500.

Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-320 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FZ2500 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged TG-320 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.