Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-5
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Launched January 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Successor is Olympus SP-620 UZ
(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
- Released May 2017
- Earlier Model is Olympus TG-4
- Renewed by Olympus TG-6
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus TG-5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SP-610UZ was unveiled 7 years prior to the TG-5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the SP-610UZ grades against the TG-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-610UZ & Olympus Tough TG-5. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Olympus TG-5
SP-610UZ | TG-5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
TG-5 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Released | May 2017 | January 2011 | More recent by 77 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus TG-5
SP-610UZ | TG-5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ enjoys physical dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-610UZ and Olympus TG-5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-610UZ vs the TG-5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and TG-5 is 79 and 90 respectively.
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and TG-5.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-610UZ to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus SP-610UZ | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-06 | 2017-05-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 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 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 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 exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 405 grams (0.89 lb) | 250 grams (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 340 images |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $299 | $449 |