Casio EX-S5 vs Olympus TG-3
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Casio EX-S5 vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Revealed March 2014
- New Model is Olympus TG-4

Casio EX-S5 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Casio EX-S5 and Olympus TG-3, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and TG-3 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-S5 was introduced 6 years earlier than the TG-3 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-S5 matches up versus the TG-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S5 vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Olympus TG-3
EX-S5 | TG-3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Casio EX-S5
TG-3 | EX-S5 | |||
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Revealed | March 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 63 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+345k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Olympus TG-3
EX-S5 | TG-3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Casio EX-S5 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S5 offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-S5 and Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S5 vs the TG-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S5 and TG-3 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S5 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and TG-3.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-3 to give extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S5 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Travel Comparison

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Casio EX-S5 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash modes | - | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100g (0.22 lbs) | 247g (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $130 | $350 |