Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus TG-5
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Launched July 2016
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-T1
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Introduced May 2017
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-4
- New Model is Olympus TG-6
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Olympus TG-5, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and TG-5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and TG-5 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Fujifilm X-T2 was revealed 10 months earlier than the TG-5 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up against the TG-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T2 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Olympus TG-5
Fujifilm X-T2 | TG-5 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Fujifilm X-T2
TG-5 | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
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Introduced | May 2017 | July 2016 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Olympus TG-5
Fujifilm X-T2 | TG-5 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T2 has physical dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-5 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Olympus TG-5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 against the TG-5.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and TG-5 is 76 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T2 and TG-5.
To sum up, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T2 will show more detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T2 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-T2 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2016-07-07 | 2017-05-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | X-Processor Pro2 | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 54 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 507 grams (1.12 pounds) | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 | 340 photos | 340 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,600 | $449 |