Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-320
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-120mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 137g - 93 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Additionally Known as X-935
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2012

Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-320 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus FE-5020 versus Olympus TG-320, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FE-5020 was revealed 3 years earlier than the TG-320 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FE-5020 grades vs the TG-320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-320 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-5020 and Olympus TG-320. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5020 over the Olympus TG-320
FE-5020 | TG-320 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Olympus FE-5020
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5020 and Olympus TG-320
FE-5020 | TG-320 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-320 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5020 features exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-320 has dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus FE-5020 versus Olympus TG-320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-5020 versus the TG-320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FE-5020 and TG-320 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-320 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-5020 and TG-320.
All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus TG-320 to show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FE-5020 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-320 Specifications
Olympus FE-5020 | Olympus TG-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-5020 | Olympus TG-320 |
Also Known as | X-935 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 137 grams (0.30 pounds) | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 150 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD-Picture Card, microSD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $160 | $0 |