Olympus FE-3010 vs Olympus TG-5

In this article, we will be matching up the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus TG-5, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-3010 (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FE-3010 was announced 9 years before the TG-5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FE-3010 scores against the TG-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus Tough TG-5. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-3010 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Olympus FE-3010 and Olympus TG-5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FE-3010 against the TG-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and TG-5 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-3010 and TG-5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older FE-3010 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.