Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic FP1

Here is a detailed comparison of the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic FP1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was manufactured 7 years later than the FP1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the TG-5 matches up against the FP1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-5 features outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Panasonic FP1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the TG-5 versus the FP1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and FP1 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-5 and FP1.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images however you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger TG-5 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.