Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic SZ5

Here is a detailed assessment of the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic SZ5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-5 (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was manufactured 4 years later than the SZ5 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-5 grades against the SZ5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-5 provides outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ5 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic SZ5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-5 against the SZ5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and SZ5 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and SZ5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ5 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer TG-5 provides an advantage in sensor technology.