Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-5
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase 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
- Replaced the Olympus TG-4
- Successor is Olympus TG-6

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus TG-5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Olympus. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SP-565UZ was released 9 years earlier than the TG-5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the TG-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus Tough TG-5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Olympus TG-5
SP-565UZ | TG-5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
TG-5 | SP-565UZ | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 101 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus TG-5
SP-565UZ | TG-5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ features outer measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-565UZ and Olympus TG-5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-565UZ against the TG-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and TG-5 is 72 and 90 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and TG-5.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-5 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus SP-565UZ | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2017-05-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 20.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 grams (0.91 lb) | 250 grams (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 30 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 18.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 68 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $400 | $449 |