Olympus TG-5 vs Panasonic ZS45

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic ZS45, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The TG-5 was revealed 2 years after the ZS45 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TG-5 matches up against the ZS45 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus TG-5 has got external dimensions 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 ZS45 has specifications of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-5 and Panasonic ZS45 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-5 and the ZS45.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-5 and ZS45 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-5 and ZS45.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS45 to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher TG-5 should have an advantage in sensor tech.