Olympus 8000 vs Olympus TG-5

Below is a complete overview of the Olympus 8000 versus Olympus TG-5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both built by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was announced 8 years before the TG-5 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 8000 grades vs the TG-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8000 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 8000 versus the TG-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and TG-5 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and TG-5.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The older 8000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.