Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5
74 Imaging
68 Features
84 Overall
74
90 Imaging
38 Features
51 Overall
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Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Revealed October 2019
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise 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
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-4
- Successor is Olympus TG-6
Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and TG-5 (12MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and TG-5 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z50 was released 2 years after the TG-5 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z50 scores versus the TG-5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Olympus TG-5
Z50 | TG-5 | |||
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Revealed | October 2019 | May 2017 | Newer by 30 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Nikon Z50
TG-5 | Z50 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Olympus TG-5
Z50 | TG-5 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing |
Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z50 features outside dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Z50 against the TG-5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and TG-5 is 74 and 90 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z50 and TG-5.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z50 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon Z50 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z50 provides a benefit in sensor technology.
Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z50 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Z50 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2019-10-10 | 2017-05-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397g (0.88 lbs) | 250g (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photos | 340 photos |
Battery type | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $857 | $449 |