Olympus E-5 vs Olympus TG-320

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus E-5 and Olympus TG-320, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Waterproof and both are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-5 (12MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the E-5 (Four Thirds) and TG-320 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The E-5 was revealed 11 months before the TG-320 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the E-5 grades against the TG-320 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-5 and Olympus TG-320. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-5 Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-5 features outer measurements of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-320 has specifications of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-5 and Olympus TG-320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the E-5 and the TG-320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-5 and TG-320 is 58 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-5 and TG-320.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-5 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus TG-320 will produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older E-5 will be behind in sensor innovation.