FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5
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![FujiFilm FinePix T300 front FujiFilm FinePix T300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/FujiFilm-FinePix-T300/FujiFilm-T300-front.jpg)
![Olympus Tough TG-5 front Olympus Tough TG-5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Tough-TG-5/Olympus-TG-5-front.jpg)
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FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Revealed May 2017
- Superseded the Olympus TG-4
- Refreshed by Olympus TG-6
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FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the FujiFilm T300 versus Olympus TG-5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The T300 was manufactured 6 years prior to the TG-5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the T300 scores versus the TG-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Olympus Tough TG-5. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Olympus TG-5
T300 | TG-5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the FujiFilm T300
TG-5 | T300 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 70 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Olympus TG-5
T300 | TG-5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm T300 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm T300 versus Olympus TG-5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the T300 and the TG-5.
![FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 size comparison FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-T300-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-5-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the T300 and TG-5 is 94 and 90 respectively.
![FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 top view buttons comparison FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-T300-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T300 and TG-5.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm T300 to render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older T300 will be behind in sensor tech.
![FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 sensor size comparison FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-T300-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder
![FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/FujiFilm-FinePix-T300-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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FujiFilm T300 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Also referred to as | FinePix T305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2017-05-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VIII |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 pounds) | 250g (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | 340 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $250 | $449 |