Leica V-Lux 5 vs Olympus TG-6
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Leica V-Lux 5 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 12500 (Bump to 25000)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-400mm (F2.8-4) lens
- 812g - 137 x 97 x 132mm
- Released January 2020
- Previous Model is Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched May 2019
- Old Model is Olympus TG-5
Leica V-Lux 5 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Leica V-Lux 5 and Olympus TG-6, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Leica and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and TG-6 (12MP) and the V-Lux 5 (1") and TG-6 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe V-Lux 5 was brought out 8 months after the TG-6 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 5 grades versus the TG-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica V-Lux 5 vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 5 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 5 over the Olympus TG-6
V-Lux 5 | TG-6 | |||
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Launched | January 2020 | May 2019 | More modern by 8 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1240k | 1040k | Sharper screen (+200k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Leica V-Lux 5
TG-6 | V-Lux 5 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 5 and Olympus TG-6
V-Lux 5 | TG-6 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Leica V-Lux 5 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 5 offers exterior dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) and the Olympus TG-6 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
Contrast the Leica V-Lux 5 and Olympus TG-6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 5 versus the TG-6.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 5 and TG-6 is 55 and 90 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 5 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 5 and TG-6.
To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica V-Lux 5 will offer extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 5 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Leica V-Lux 5 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 5 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Olympus |
Model | Leica V-Lux 5 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Class | Large Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2020-01-17 | 2019-05-22 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25000 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-400mm (16.7x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,240 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, auto w/slow sync and redeye reduction, on, off | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 20 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 812 gr (1.79 lbs) | 253 gr (0.56 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 97 x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") | 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 | 360 images | 340 images |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $1,550 | $449 |