Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS5
Portability
91 Imaging
36 Features
40 Overall
37
91 Imaging
36 Features
40 Overall
37
Portability
92 Imaging
35 Features
30 Overall
33
92 Imaging
35 Features
30 Overall
33
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
Olympus TG-1 iHS
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2012
Panasonic ZS5
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ8
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Here is a extended review of the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Panasonic ZS5, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-1 iHS scores against the ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Panasonic ZS5
| TG-1 iHS | ZS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | May 2012 |  | June 2010 | Fresher by 24 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 610k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
| ZS5 | TG-1 iHS |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Panasonic ZS5
| TG-1 iHS | ZS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys outer dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the ZS5.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and ZS5 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-1 iHS and ZS5.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you may want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent TG-1 iHS will have a benefit in sensor tech.
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS5 as a Portrait photography camera
includes face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
comes with face detection focus
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street photography with Panasonic ZS5
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (214 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic ZS5 as a Sports photography camera
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
great battery (350 CIPA)
slow frames per second (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
low frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel photography with Olympus TG-1 iHS
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS5
great battery (350 CIPA)
weather proof
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
does not have Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
lighter than competitors in class (214 grams)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
great reach (300mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Olympus TG-1 iHS Landscape photography info
Panasonic ZS5 Landscape photography info
really wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is decent (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
great battery (350 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
Photography GlossaryVlogging Comparison
Olympus TG-1 iHS Vlogging factors
Panasonic ZS5 Vlogging factors
really wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have external microphone socket
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focus
lighter than competitors in class (214g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone port
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
| Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model type | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
| Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2012-05-08 | 2010-06-16 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic VI | Venus Engine HD II |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 610 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photos | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LI90B | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $399 | $300 |