Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic LS5

Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus TG-4 and Panasonic LS5, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was revealed 3 years after the LS5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TG-4 matches up versus the LS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-4 has got exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-4 compared to the LS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and LS5 is 90 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-4 and LS5.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus TG-4 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent TG-4 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.