Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Panasonic S5

Here is a extensive analysis of the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic S5, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and S5 (24MP) and the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and S5 (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The TG-630 iHS was manufactured 8 years earlier than the S5 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-630 iHS grades vs the S5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Panasonic S5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers exterior measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic S5 has measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Panasonic S5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the TG-630 iHS versus the S5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and S5 is 94 and 60 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-630 iHS and S5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TG-630 iHS due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic S5 will offer more detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older TG-630 iHS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.