Olympus FE-4000 vs Olympus TG-5

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus FE-4000 and Olympus TG-5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-4000 was released 8 years before the TG-5 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FE-4000 scores vs the TG-5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4000 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-4000 provides external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-4000 compared to the TG-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4000 and TG-5 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4000 and TG-5.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-4000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.