Olympus TG-4 vs Panasonic TS5

Let's examine more closely at the Olympus TG-4 versus Panasonic TS5, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was brought out 22 months later than the TS5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TG-4 scores vs the TS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery & Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 enjoys outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the TG-4 compared to the TS5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-4 and TS5 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and TS5.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of files however you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-4 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.