Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-5
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Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
Nikon W300
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Launched May 2017
Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
(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
- Released May 2017
- Superseded the Olympus TG-4
- Later Model is Olympus TG-6
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Below, we are looking at the Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-5, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the W300 (16MP) and TG-5 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the W300 scores versus the TG-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix W300 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon W300 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Olympus TG-5
| W300 | TG-5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Nikon W300
| TG-5 | W300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon W300 and Olympus TG-5
| W300 | TG-5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | May 2017 |  | May 2017 | Same age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon W300 enjoys physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the W300 vs the TG-5.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W300 and TG-5 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the W300 and TG-5.
All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon W300 to render more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively.
Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Nikon W300
Portrait photography with Olympus TG-5
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
comes with face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
has manual focus
has face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Street photography with Nikon W300
Street photography with Olympus TG-5
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
heavier than competitors in class (250g)
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Sports photography with Nikon W300
Sports photography with Olympus TG-5
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proof
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
high max fps (20.0 frames per second)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking autofocus
environment proofing
great battery life (340 CIPA)
lack of shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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environment proof
connects via bluetooth
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.8)
great battery life (340 shots)
environment proofing
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
heavier than competitors in class (250 grams)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Nikon W300 Landscape photography details
Olympus TG-5 Landscape photography details
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
has manual focus
fairly wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
great battery life (340 per charge)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not possible
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Nikon W300 Vlogging features
Olympus TG-5 Vlogging features
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of external mic support
fairly wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (250 grams)
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Nikon W300 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix W300 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
| Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2017-05-31 | 2017-05-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | TruePic VIII |
| Sensor type | - | 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 921k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per second | 20.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
| Flash options | - | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Built-in | Built-in |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 231g (0.51 lbs) | 250g (0.55 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 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 | 280 photos | 340 photos |
| Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-92B |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $387 | $449 |