Nikon D5 vs Olympus TG-3
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Nikon D5 vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Updated by Olympus TG-4
Nikon D5 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon D5 versus Olympus TG-3, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the D5 (21MP) and TG-3 (16MP) and the D5 (Full frame) and TG-3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe D5 was brought out 22 months after the TG-3 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D5 being a Large SLR camera and the Olympus TG-3 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D5 matches up versus the TG-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D5 vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D5 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D5 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5 over the Olympus TG-3
D5 | TG-3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | March 2014 | Newer by 22 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2359k | 460k | Crisper display (+1899k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Nikon D5
TG-3 | D5 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5 and Olympus TG-3
D5 | TG-3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon D5 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D5 has external dimensions of 160mm x 158.5mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) and the Olympus TG-3 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D5 versus Olympus TG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the D5 versus the TG-3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D5 and TG-3 is 50 and 90 respectively.
Nikon D5 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5 and TG-3.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D5 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D5 will produce more detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern D5 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon D5 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Nikon D5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon D5 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2016-01-05 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 5 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 855.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5588 x 3712 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3280000 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 153 | - |
Cross type focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1415 grams (3.12 lb) | 247 grams (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 160 x 158.5 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 88 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2434 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 3780 shots | 330 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL18a | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual CompactFlash or dual XQD | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch cost | $6,500 | $350 |