Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-5
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched May 2017
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-4
- Newer Model is Olympus TG-6
Photography Glossary Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FE-4030 was manufactured 8 years prior to the TG-5 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FE-4030 grades against the TG-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-4030 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Olympus TG-5
| FE-4030 | TG-5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Olympus FE-4030
| TG-5 | FE-4030 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2017 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 89 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Olympus TG-5
| FE-4030 | TG-5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-4030 has got exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FE-4030 against the TG-5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-4030 and TG-5 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-4030 and TG-5.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus FE-4030 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FE-4030 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
| Olympus FE-4030 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
| Model | Olympus FE-4030 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Released | 2010-01-07 | 2017-05-17 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | TruePic III | TruePic VIII |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 4cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 20.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.80 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Built-in |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 146 grams (0.32 lbs) | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 340 photographs |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | LI-92B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $130 | $449 |