Olympus TG-6 vs Panasonic ZS5

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-6 and Panasonic ZS5, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was announced 9 years after the ZS5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TG-6 scores vs the ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-6 features outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-6 and Panasonic ZS5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TG-6 versus the ZS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and ZS5 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The picture below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-6 and ZS5.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent TG-6 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.