Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-5
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Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
(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
- Revealed May 2017
- Superseded the Olympus TG-4
- Updated by Olympus TG-6
Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Nikon S620 and Olympus TG-5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe S620 was launched 9 years prior to the TG-5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S620 scores against the TG-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Olympus Tough TG-5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Olympus TG-5
S620 | TG-5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Nikon S620
TG-5 | S620 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | February 2009 | More recent by 100 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Olympus TG-5
S620 | TG-5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 comes with physical dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Olympus TG-5 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S620 and Olympus TG-5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S620 compared to the TG-5.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S620 and TG-5 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and TG-5.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older S620 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S620 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2017-05-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 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 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
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 | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" 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 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $37 | $449 |