Olympus FE-25 vs Olympus TG-5

Here is a detailed comparison of the Olympus FE-25 versus Olympus TG-5, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-25 (10MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-25 was introduced 9 years earlier than the TG-5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FE-25 matches up versus the TG-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-25 and Olympus Tough TG-5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-25 Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-25 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-5 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Olympus FE-25 versus Olympus TG-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FE-25 versus the TG-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FE-25 and TG-5 is 98 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-25 and TG-5.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus TG-5 to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older FE-25 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.