Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic GM5

Following is a complete review of the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic GM5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GM5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor measurements.

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The TG-1 iHS was introduced 3 years prior to the GM5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS matches up versus the GM5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS offers outer measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic GM5 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic GM5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-1 iHS compared to the GM5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and GM5 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-1 iHS and GM5.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TG-1 iHS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GM5 will provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.