Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-5
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-120mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 137g - 93 x 56 x 25mm
- Released July 2009
- Additionally Known as X-935
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Released May 2017
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-4
- Replacement is Olympus TG-6
Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Following is a extended analysis of the Olympus FE-5020 versus Olympus TG-5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are created by Olympus. The resolution of the FE-5020 (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FE-5020 was announced 8 years earlier than the TG-5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the FE-5020 matches up versus the TG-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-5020 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-5020 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5020 over the Olympus TG-5
FE-5020 | TG-5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Olympus FE-5020
TG-5 | FE-5020 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | July 2009 | More modern by 95 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-5020 and Olympus TG-5
FE-5020 | TG-5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus FE-5020 has got outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-5 has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus FE-5020 versus Olympus TG-5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-5020 versus the TG-5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-5020 and TG-5 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-5020 and TG-5.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of files but you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-5020 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus FE-5020 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Olympus FE-5020 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus FE-5020 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Other name | X-935 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2017-05-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 137g (0.30 lb) | 250g (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 340 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-42B | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | xD-Picture Card, microSD | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $160 | $449 |