Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus TG-5

The following is a extended comparison of the Olympus SZ-12 vs Olympus TG-5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was manufactured 6 years before the TG-5 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SZ-12 matches up against the TG-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-12 compared to the TG-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-12 and TG-5 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-12 and TG-5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SZ-12 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SZ-12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.