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FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-5 front
Portability
90
Imaging
38
Features
51
Overall
43

FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs

FujiFilm XP10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix XP11
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm XP30
Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
  • Launched May 2017
  • Succeeded the Olympus TG-4
  • Refreshed by Olympus TG-6
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the FujiFilm XP10 and Olympus TG-5, both Waterproof cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was announced 8 years earlier than the TG-5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the XP10 grades versus the TG-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Olympus TG-5

 XP10 TG-5 

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the FujiFilm XP10

 TG-5 XP10 
LaunchedMay 2017February 2010Newer by 88 months
Manual focus Very precise focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Olympus TG-5

 XP10 TG-5 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm XP10 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the XP10 against the TG-5.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and TG-5 is 95 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the XP10 and TG-5.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged XP10 will be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Portrait photography details
Olympus TG-5 Portrait photography details
21
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
39
you can focus manually
features face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Street photography camera
Olympus TG-5 as a Street photography camera
60
weather proofing
lighter than others in class (135 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
64
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
heavier than competitors (250g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Sports photography information
Olympus TG-5 Sports photography information
30
features tracking autofocus
weather proofing
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
46
high fps (20.0 frames per second)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking focus
weather sealing
good battery life (340 shots)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Travel photography info
Olympus TG-5 Travel photography info
60
lighter than others in class (135g)
weather proofing
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
68
good battery life (340 shots)
weather sealing
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
heavier than competitors (250g)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Landscape photography factors
Olympus TG-5 Landscape photography factors
27
weather proofing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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you can focus manually
pretty wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
good battery life (340 shots)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus TG-5 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than others in class (135 grams)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic port
34
pretty wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have mic jack
heavier than competitors (250 grams)
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm XP10 and Olympus TG-5
 FujiFilm FinePix XP10Olympus Tough TG-5
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Olympus
Model FujiFilm FinePix XP10 Olympus Tough TG-5
Also Known as FinePix XP11 -
Type Waterproof Waterproof
Revealed 2010-02-02 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 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Minimum enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
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
Number of focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-180mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus range 9cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/4 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 20.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.10 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 135g (0.30 pounds) 250g (0.55 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 340 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A LI-92B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible)
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $175 $449