Kodak Z915 vs Olympus TG-5
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Kodak Z915 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push 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
- Old Model is Olympus TG-4
- Successor is Olympus TG-6

Kodak Z915 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z915 and Olympus TG-5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z915 was unveiled 9 years earlier than the TG-5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Z915 grades against the TG-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Z915 vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Olympus Tough TG-5. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Olympus TG-5
Z915 | TG-5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Kodak Z915
TG-5 | Z915 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 101 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Olympus TG-5
Z915 | TG-5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z915 offers exterior dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z915 and Olympus TG-5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Z915 against the TG-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and TG-5 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z915 and TG-5.
To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-5 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Z915 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Kodak Z915 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2017-05-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lb) | 250g (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 340 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $449 |