Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-5
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Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced May 2017
- Older Model is Olympus TG-4
- Successor is Olympus TG-6
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Nikon S32 and Olympus TG-5, both Waterproof cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the S32 (1/3") and TG-5 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S32 was unveiled 4 years prior to the TG-5 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S32 grades against the TG-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S32 and Olympus Tough TG-5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S32 Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Olympus TG-5
S32 | TG-5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Nikon S32
TG-5 | S32 | |||
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Announced | May 2017 | February 2014 | Fresher by 39 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S32 and Olympus TG-5
S32 | TG-5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S32 features outside dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while 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).
See the Nikon S32 and Olympus TG-5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S32 vs the TG-5.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and TG-5 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S32 and TG-5.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S32 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon S32 will produce extra detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older S32 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S32 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-02-07 | 2017-05-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 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 | 220 images | 340 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $180 | $449 |